Airbnb Details

Airbnb

San Francisco, California • employees • Hospitality

Industry

Hospitality

Security Incidents

Airbnb, Inc. is an American company operating an online marketplace for short- and long-term homestays and experiences. The company acts as a broker and charges a commission from each booking.

Security Incidents

Airbnb Breach of Oct 2023

Severity Score

Significant to High

Type

Unknown

Summary

In October 2023, Airbnb experienced a data breach where a threat actor named 'Sheriff' claimed to have compromised the company's security, potentially exposing the personal information of 1.2 million users. The breach included sensitive details such as names, email addresses, and more. The threat actor is reported to be selling this information on the dark web for a starting price of $7,000. Airbnb has not officially confirmed the breach, raising concerns about the security of user data on the platform. This incident highlights the ongoing risks of cyber threats and the importance of robust cy...
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Severity

The October 2023 data breach at Airbnb compromised the security of 1.2 million users, potentially exposing sensitive information such as names and email addresses. The threat actor responsible for the breach, known as 'Sheriff,' is selling the stolen data on the dark web for a starting price of $7,000, raising significant concerns about the extent of the breach.

Impact

The breach has impacted 1.2 million Airbnb users by exposing their personal information, putting them at risk of identity theft and other cybercrimes. The sale of this data on the dark web further exacerbates the impact, as it could lead to potential financial losses and privacy violations for the affected individuals.