Binance: 420,000 accounts exposed in public database

In January 2026, the discovery of a public database containing 149 million login records was reported, among which are approximately 420,000 credentials associated with Binance users.

The key points of this incident are detailed below:

Source of the leak: This is not a direct hack of Binance systems, but rather data collected by "infostealer" malware from users' personal devices.

Content of the database: The total file size is 96 GB and includes email addresses, usernames, unencrypted passwords, and login URLs from multiple platforms such as Gmail (48 million), Facebook (17 million), and Netflix (3.4 million), in addition to government systems.

Current situation: The database was discovered by researcher Jeremiah Fowler and has already been removed from the internet after being reported to the hosting provider.

Response from Binance: The platform has indicated that it monitors such leaks to notify affected users and enforce password resets when necessary.

Security recommendations:

If you are a Binance user, it is strongly recommended to:

Change your password immediately.

Enable two-factor authentication (2FA), preferably using hardware keys (like YubiKey) or apps like Google Authenticator.

Scan your devices with antivirus software to remove possible traces of malware.

Review the official security guides in the Binance Support Center.

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