popular torrent tracker

Profile narrative

The organisation operated as a popular torrent tracker based in Denmark. It provided indexing services for BitTorrent files, enabling users to locate and download shared content. The service was accessible via a web interface that allowed users to search for torrents and view peer information. As a tracker, it coordinated communication between peers participating in file swarms. The platform primarily catered to users interested in accessing a wide range of digital media through peer-to-peer sharing.

In December 2017, the tracker suffered a security breach when an attacker claiming affiliation with Anonymous gained access to its systems. The intruder initially promoted all users to staff status before the site was taken offline. Although operators first downplayed the incident, a partial leak of user credentials and IP addresses soon appeared online. Subsequently, over 20 gigabytes of data, including full user databases and site source code, were released, confirming the extent of the compromise. The operators later acknowledged inadequate server security and permanently shut down the original platform. Users were redirected to a replacement site, which itself experienced a breach and was shut down shortly thereafter. The incident highlighted concerns about the potential exposure of user IP addresses to anti‑piracy enforcement actions.

Incidents

1 incident linked to this organisation.