SoundCloud Breached 29.8 Million Accounts Exposed

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If you woke up to your inbox filled with “suspicious login” warnings or got strange SoundCloud follow requests you’re not alone

Late 2025 brought bad news for music lovers and creators nearly 29.8 million SoundCloud accounts were exposed in a data breach. But it wasn’t just the volume that raised eyebrows. It was the silence that followed until it hit Have I Been Pwned

SoundCloud confirmed the incident occurred through unauthorized access to an admin dashboard not the streaming service itself. The attackers didn’t grab passwords or payment data, but they did get plenty of public-facing info names, emails, usernames, avatars, follower counts, and in some cases, even location info

The breach appears to have happened in December 2025 and is attributed by some sources to the extortion group ShinyHunters. After allegedly trying to ransom SoundCloud, the group reportedly released the data when negotiations failed. That’s when it landed on Have I Been Pwned, alerting millions of unsuspecting users

With names, usernames, and email addresses, scammers can craft hyper-specific attacks. Think emails that look like SoundCloud support, or DMs urging you to click links to “verify” your artist profile. Especially if you’re an artist or influencer, the stakes are reputational as well as personal.

Cybersecurity experts, including community watchdogs and breach notification platforms like Have I Been Pwned, sprang into action. Security professionals advised users to check if their data had been exposed and to start practicing more defensive hygiene -strong passwords, MFA, and less password reuse.

The Takeaway

SoundCloud’s breach is your reminder that partial data isn’t harmless it’s a starting point for scammers. Even when passwords aren’t leaked, attackers can weaponize names, emails, and usernames to launch phishing attempts or impersonate your brand. The solution isn’t fear it’s preparation. Use strong, unique passwords, turn on MFA, and stay aware of how your data travels. Every step you take today is one less vulnerability tomorrow.

Stay safe out there

-Mars

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My password is like my ex

Easy to guess and a huge risk.

My antivirus software gave up