As you may already be aware, on the 24th July, our websites got hacked. As a precaution, we took down the sites and have been working on identifying and patching the security breach. We now know what data has been compromised. Please read the below -
We are writing to inform you of a security incident that may have affected your account with AnimeLeague.
What Happened
On the 24th of July 2024, we discovered that our website was compromised by a malicious actor. Upon investigation, it was determined that the unauthorized access resulted in the access of some database tables.
What Information Was Involved
The compromised data includes the following information:
Usernames
Full names
Email addresses
Hashed Forum passwords (encrypted)
Only the encrypted passwords used for the forums were breached. We do not store any other passwords. The main point of breach was the forums and this should not affect event registrations or ticket purchases.
We can confirm that NO card or payment details were taken as we do not store this information on our server. No other personal information such as addresses, paypal logins etc were taken either. Again, such information is not stored with us.
What We Are Doing
We have taken immediate and decisive actions to address the situation and protect your information:
Secured the Vulnerability: We identified and removed a backdoor placed on our server by the malicious actor.
Enhanced Security Measures: We have implemented additional security measures to prevent future breaches.
Notified Authorities: We have informed the relevant authorities and are cooperating fully with their investigations.
System Review: We are conducting a thorough review of our systems to ensure their integrity and security.
What You Can Do
To protect your information, we recommend the following steps:
(Only for AL Forum Users) Change Your Passwords: If you have not already done so and use the forums, please change your passwords for AnimeLeague and any other accounts that use the same email/password combination.
Monitor Your Accounts: Keep an eye on your accounts for any suspicious activity and report any unauthorized actions immediately.
Be Cautious of Phishing: Be wary of any unsolicited communications asking for your personal information.
Contact Us
We understand that you may have questions or concerns about this incident. Our support team is available to assist you. Please contact us at registrations@animeleague.com for further information.
We deeply regret and apologise for any inconvenience this incident may cause and are committed to ensuring the security and privacy of your information. Thank you always for your understanding and continual support.
Statistics: Posted by Ferefire — 26 Jul 2024, 23:27 — Replies 1 — Views 245