🌐 Largest Data Leak Ever: 16 Billion Records Exposed Across Major Consumer Networks
Today, the cybersecurity world was rocked by the discovery of the largest data leak in history, exposing a staggering 16 billion login credentials from nearly every major consumer network. This unprecedented breach, compiled through infostealer malware, poses a severe risk of phishing, identity theft, and account takeovers on a global scale. 🚨 What Happened? On June 19, 2025, researchers from Cybernews and other cybersecurity groups reported the discovery of 30 exposed databases containing 16 billion unique login records, including usernames, passwords, cookies, and tokens. These credentials were collected via infostealer malware infecting devices worldwide and were later improperly stored online, making them accessible to cybercriminals. ...