Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a significant data breach involving PrepHero, a sports scholarship and recruitment platform. This breach exposed an unencrypted database containing over 3 million records of student-athletes, including sensitive personally identifiable information (PII). Following Fowler's immediate notification, PrepHero restricted access to the database. However, it remains uncertain if the data was accessed before the breach was contained. The exposed data, including contact info and password details, poses severe risks for identity theft and phishing attacks targeting young athletes.
The exposed database held 3,154,239 records containing sensitive PII of student-athletes, prompting concerns over potential identity theft and phishing vulnerabilities.
Fowler's prompt reporting led to the immediate restriction of the database, preventing further unauthorized access, but risks remain regarding prior exposure.
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