Discord Faces Data Breach via Compromised Support Account, Urges Vigilance
Third-Party Breach Exposes User Emails and Support Ticket Data on Popular Messaging Platform
SAN FRANCISCO (XNews) — Discord, a well-known VoIP and instant messaging social platform, has suffered a data breach through a compromised third-party support agent's account, according to Bleeping Computer. The breach exposed user email addresses, support ticket messages, and attached files. Discord swiftly disabled the compromised account and conducted a malware sweep. The company is collaborating with its third-party support provider to enhance cybersecurity measures. While Discord believes the breach poses minimal risk, affected users are advised to remain vigilant against potential fraud or phishing attempts.
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