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Substack Confirms Data Breach: User Emails Exposed

2/17/2026

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Story summary
  • Substack, the email newsletter platform, confirmed a data breach exposing user emails and phone numbers, not passwords or financial information.
  • The unauthorized access occurred in October 2025 and was detected in February 2026.
  • CEO Chris Best apologized and said the issue is fixed and an investigation is underway.
  • Users should beware phishing and strengthen security because the breach underscores platform risks.