Hackers stole DreamHost customer files and emails during months-long attack
BREACHDreamHostredteam/daily · 1 source
- Severity
- High
- Sources
- 1
What happened
DreamHost reports that hackers exploited a vulnerability to access customer emails and files during a months-long, deliberate attack. The source does not name a CVE, affected versions, or the exact entry point and dates. Defenders with DreamHost-hosted sites or mailboxes should review vendor disclosures, rotate credentials and API keys stored on those accounts, and check for suspicious mailbox activity.
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What to do
- Check DreamHost's official notices to see whether your account was affected.
- Change your DreamHost account password and any email passwords you use with the service.
- Rotate any API keys, database passwords or credentials stored in your hosted files.
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