Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler tells us the dataset is 'one of the most dangerous discoveries I have found in a very long time.' He shares his advice for how to keep your info off similar lists.

The file was unencrypted. No password protection. No security. Just a plain text file with millions of sensitive pieces of data.

The database’s exposure duration is unknown. Signs of infostealer malware were found, but no confirmed breach or misuse of user data, says cybersecurity researcher.