Passwords Leaked: Hackers post file with 1,000 crore passwords online in biggest cyber security breach yet

A file containing approximately 10 billion passwords was leaked online, according to a report by Semafor. The compilation is the largest leak to date, increasing risk of credential stuffing attacks where hackers use breached passwords to access multiple accounts. Cyberattacks have doubled globally since 2020. To safeguard your data, it is recommended to change your passwords regularly and use different codes for different platforms.