Well, crap; plex got hit with a breach. A third party accessed user data, including emails, usernames, hashed passwords, and authentication stuff. Hashed passwords mean they are not directly readable, but they can potentially be cracked.
Go change your password now. Visit plex.tv/reset. If you reuse passwords, this is critical.
Sign out all your connected devices at plex.tv/security. Ensure that devices using your old password can’t access your account anymore. If you use Single Sign-On (SSO) like Google or Apple, sign out of those too.
Plex had a similar breach in 2022. They’ve patched the vulnerability and are doing extra security checks.
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA). It adds a massive layer of security. Even if someone gets your password, they still need the second factor, usually a phone code, to log in.
Do not reuse passwords. It’s tempting, but risky. Use a password manager like LastPass, 1Password, or Bitwarden.
Plex is working on security, but ensure you do your part. Protect your account to prevent unauthorized access.
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