Breach Breakdown: Grubhub Food Delivery

What Company Was Breached?

Grubhub is a major U.S. online food delivery service connecting customers with restaurants in major cities. It allows users to order meals and pay securely through its app, impacting millions of consumers and delivery drivers.

When Did the Breach Occur?

February 3, 2025: Breach Publicly Revealed — Grubhub disclosed a data breach, revealing that unauthorized individuals had accessed personal and payment information from some accounts. While the exact number of affected accounts has not been confirmed, the breach raised concerns about the exposure of personal data, including payment details and account credentials, leaving customers and drivers at risk.

What Was Stolen?

Names
Email Addresses
Phone Numbers
Partial Payment Card Information (card type and last four digits of the card number)

How Can This Breach Be Used Against You?

Phishing and Social Engineering Attacks
With access to email addresses, names, and order details, hackers could launch highly personalized phishing attacks. These phishing emails could appear to be from Grubhub or restaurants, asking recipients to verify their account details, confirm payment information, or click on malicious links. Given the nature of the data exposed, such emails could appear legitimate, increasing the likelihood that users will fall victim to these scams.
Account Takeover and Unauthorized Orders
Hackers may use stolen login credentials (usernames and passwords) to access Grubhub accounts. Once inside, they could make fraudulent orders, change payment details, or even sell access to these accounts on the dark web. Additionally, if the same login information is used across multiple platforms, this could lead to broader account takeovers.
Financial Fraud and Exploitation
Exposed payment details, such as partial credit/debit card numbers, put users at risk for unauthorized financial transactions. Cybercriminals may attempt to charge small amounts to the exposed card numbers, hoping users won’t notice. If the data is shared or sold, it could be exploited for further financial fraud.

How OptMsg Will Keep You Safe

With phishing scams, identity theft, and financial fraud being significant risks following the Grubhub breach, OptMsg is here to provide top-tier email security to protect your sensitive information. As a leader in email security solutions, OptMsg can help you safeguard your online accounts and communications:

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Privacy by Design: We respect your privacy. OptMsg does not sell your data or use it for marketing purposes, ensuring your information remains secure.

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Stay Informed. Stay Secure.

At OptMsg, we focus on providing top-notch email security to protect you from phishing, identity theft, and other risks associated with data breaches. If you are concerned about your personal information’s safety or need help setting up secure communication, contact us today. Stay informed, and stay secure in today’s digital world.