Discord Hack Exposes 70,000 User ID Photos, Raising Privacy Concerns
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Over 70,000 Discord users have had their government-issued ID photos compromised following a cyber attack on a third-party vendor, with reports suggesting the actual impact may be much higher, affecting millions of users' sensitive data. Discord has taken steps to address the breach, notified authorities, and is advising users to remain vigilant against suspicious communications.
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