Ashley Madison Hack

The Ashley Madison hack refers to a security breach in 2015 where hackers released sensitive data from the online dating site, which aimed to connect people seeking extramarital affairs. The leaked information included user names, email addresses, payment details, and personal profiles, compromising the privacy of millions of users worldwide. The breach led to personal embarrassment, reputational damage, and concerns over data security. It highlighted vulnerabilities in online platform security and raised widespread awareness about cybersecurity risks related to personal and sensitive information stored online.