Japan-LocalPlace.jp

A data breach involving the Japanese local business directory LocalPlace occurred in March 2024. The incident exposed sensitive information of approximately 54000 registered users. The leaked dataset contains personal identifiers and professional details associated with local business structures. The compromise included full names of individuals, their nicknames, and contact phone numbers. Additionally, the data dump revealed specific information about various companies, including their official names and geographical locations across Japan. This leak poses a risk of targeted phishing and social engineering attacks against the affected business owners and users.