[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$f1aesrdb7b45ag":3},{"success":4,"breach":5},true,{"_id":6,"name":7,"title":8,"slug":9,"domain":10,"breachDate":11,"addedDate":12,"modifiedDate":13,"contentUpdatedAt":14,"source":15,"sourceUrl":10,"sourceUrls":16,"pwnCount":17,"affectedCount":17,"affectedCountStatus":18,"affectedCountLowerBound":19,"affectedCountUnit":20,"hasEnglishDescription":4,"severity":21,"dataClasses":22,"description":31,"seoTitle":10,"seoTitleEn":32,"seoDescription":10,"seoDescriptionEn":33,"logoUrl":34,"isVerified":35,"isSensitive":35,"isSpamList":35,"isMalware":35,"company":36},"68e3266eda11adda488251bf","vins","Exposed VINs Alleged Data Exposure","exposed-vins","","2017-06-05T00:00:00.000Z","2017-06-09T05:35:19.000Z","2026-07-03T14:42:08.157Z","2026-07-18T23:50:25.945Z","Third party breach",[],396650,"known",null,"email_identifiers","High",[23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30],"Dates of birth","Email addresses","Family structure","Genders","Names","Phone numbers","Physical addresses","Vehicle details","\u003Cp>The Exposed VINs record refers to an open database incident reported to have been discovered by security researchers in June 2017 and associated with the United States vehicle sales ecosystem. It is stated that the dataset is linked to more than 10 million vehicle identification numbers, with the number of unique email addresses being approximately 397,000. The record contains birthdates, email addresses, family structure, gender, names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and vehicle information.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Leaked Data Types and Risks\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>The vehicle identification number and ownership context pose a more specific risk than ordinary communication information. While email, name, phone, and address fields show a person's identity and accessibility, vehicle details can establish a connection with a vehicle the user owns or has purchased in the past. This information can be used in fake warranty, recall, insurance, maintenance, traffic fine, or dealership campaign messages.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Fields such as date of birth and family structure increase the risk of social engineering. This record does not contain full payment card or password information; however, it contains details that may intersect with personal information used in authentication questions. When physical address and vehicle information are considered together, sensitive clues about the user's location and assets may arise.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Verified Scope and Boundaries\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>The record is associated with 396,650 unique email addresses and is dated June 5, 2017. Findings from security researchers point to more than 10 million VIN records; however, the exact corporate owner of the dataset and which dealership systems it was compiled from are unclear. Therefore, the record retains its unverified status and is not presented as a breach of a single company.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>When explaining the scope, the number of raw vehicle records and the number of unique email addresses should be distinguished. A vehicle record does not always mean a unique person; the same person may appear with multiple vehicles or records. Additionally, the risk of the data being outdated is not completely eliminated, because fields such as vehicle history, address, and date of birth can be used for years.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>User Groups at Risk\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>Users at risk may be individuals who have shared personal information during vehicle purchase, dealership, financing, insurance, or service processes based in the United States. Since the source of the dataset has not been confirmed, it would not be accurate to say that it targets only customers of a specific brand or dealership. Vehicle owners, former vehicle buyers, and individuals acting on behalf of family members may have been affected.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Users whose contact information is provided along with vehicle details should be cautious of fake recall, warranty extension, service campaign, or insurance renewal messages. Fields such as date of birth and family structure can be used to create the impression that the caller is trustworthy. Even if such details appear real, the transaction should be verified through official channels.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Urgent Measures to Be Taken\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>Users in the matching field should first check that they use unique passwords for vehicles, insurance, finance, and email accounts. Even if there is no password in the record, personal information can make it easier to guess account recovery questions. If old security questions are based on the real date of birth, family information, or vehicle details, they should be changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Before opening links in messages that appear to be from a dealer, insurance company, warranty provider, or public institution, the known website or phone line of the relevant institution should be used. A person who knows the VIN, address, or date of birth should not be assumed to be trustworthy. Transactions requesting payment, identification documents, verification codes, or additional personal information should be initiated through official channels.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Long-Term Security Strategies\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>In the long term, a different email address and a strong password can be used for accounts related to vehicle ownership. After the vehicle is sold, old dealer accounts and service portals should be closed, and unnecessary personal information should be cleaned. Two-step verification should be enabled for insurance and financing accounts.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Vehicle data may become outdated over time; however, fields such as address, phone number, and date of birth are more permanent. Therefore, users should not consider an old breach insignificant. Even years later, fraudsters can use this information under the pretext of recalls, warranties, or insurance renewals. Regular data breach checks and verification through official channels are part of long-term protection.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>Record Control and User Action\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>LeakData check shows whether the user's email address is included in the Exposed VINs record. A positive result increases the likelihood of being targeted through vehicle and personal contact information. Since the record is kept in an unverified status, claims about the definite corporate source of the incident should be evaluated cautiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A negative result means that there is no match in this data set. However, email addresses used in vehicle, insurance, and dealership services may appear in other breaches. Users should continue the habit of not basing verification from official channels, unique passwords, and security questions on personal facts.\u003C\u002Fp>","Exposed VINs Alleged Data Exposure (396.7 Thousand Email Identifiers)","Exposed VINs Alleged Data Exposure. 396.7 Thousand email identifiers were reported. Reported data: Dates of birth, Email addresses, Family structure. Review…","\u002Fuploads\u002Flogo\u002Fvins.webp",false,{"name":37,"sector":38,"country":39,"website":10,"websiteArchiveUrl":10,"websiteStatus":10,"websiteCheckedAt":19},"Exposed VINs","Automotive","United States"]