Cybersecurity analyst Jeremiah Fowler has discovered an unprotected database on the network containing login credentials for hundreds of millions of users. The leaked information includes login details for Gmail, Facebook, and various banking accounts, posing a significant risk to global digital security.
According to the researcher's report, a total of 149 million usernames and passwords were recorded in the database. The breakdown of the compromised data includes 48 million Gmail accounts, 17 million Facebook profiles, and 420,000 credentials related to the Binance cryptocurrency platform. While the owner of the database remains unidentified, Fowler immediately notified the hosting provider, leading to the removal of the data repository for violating terms of service. The analyst concluded that the data was likely collected via Infostealing malware, which infects devices and records user input through keylogging methods.
This incident highlights the growing threat of cybercrime and the importance of digital hygiene in Azerbaijan and globally. Cybersecurity experts warn that the automation of malicious software is steadily increasing the risk of confidential data theft. To mitigate such risks, users are frequently advised by authorities in Azerbaijan to enable two-factor authentication (2FA), use complex and unique passwords for different platforms, and remain vigilant against phishing attempts that often serve as the primary entry point for infostealing malware.
