Chess
What Happened
In November 2023, over 800k user records were scraped from the Chess website and posted to a popular hacking forum. The data included email address, name, username and the geographic location of the user.
Compromised Data
Recommended Actions
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Breach Overview
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Affected Accounts:
827.6 thousand
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Breach Occurred:
November 2023
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Added to HIBP:
10 Nov 2023
Recommended Actions
Change Your Password
If you haven't changed your Chess password since 2023, do so immediately.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add an extra layer of security to your account.
Check Other Accounts
If you used the same password elsewhere, change those too.
Monitor for Suspicious Activity
Watch for unusual login attempts or messages from your account.
