Match Group Confirms Data Breach Exposing User Information from Tinder, Hinge, and Other Dating Platforms

Match Group, owner of dating platforms Tinder, Match.com, Meetic, OkCupid, and Hinge, has confirmed a security breach that exposed user data. The incident was detected after a malicious actor claimed to be selling stolen information on an underground forum. The compromised data reportedly includes names, email addresses, birth dates, and in some cases, payment details. No details have been provided regarding the number of affected users or the exploitation method. The company stated it is collaborating with cybersecurity experts to investigate the scope of the breach.