Discord Data Breach: User Info Exposed via Third-Party Support Partner
Discord, the popular communication platform, has revealed a data breach affecting some users who interacted with its Customer Support and Trust & Safety teams. The breach occurred when a third-party customer service partner was compromised by an unauthorized party seeking a financial ransom.
The breach exposed a range of user data, including names, Discord usernames, email addresses, contact information, partial credit card numbers, purchase history, IP addresses, and messages shared with customer support. A limited number of government ID images used for age verification were also compromised. However, passwords and authentication data remain secure.
Discord has taken immediate action, revoking the impacted partner's access to its systems. The company will notify affected users via email, detailing the specific data at risk. It's important to note that users who have not shared information with Discord's Apple Support team recently are unlikely to be impacted.
While Discord has assured users that no passwords or authentication data were compromised, those affected by the breach should remain vigilant and consider taking steps to protect their personal information. Discord continues to investigate the incident and has pledged to take steps to prevent future occurrences.
