Binance has pushed back against claims that data tied to 335 million users was stolen and put up for sale. The exchange’s customer support account said samples reviewed by its team did not confirm a breach of Binance systems. According to Binance, the listing looks like an attempted scam rather than proof of a real leak.
The allegation came from a group using the name ShinyHunters. It claimed to have compromised 335 million user records. The package was said to include authentication documents, passwords, transaction histories, and wallet information. The asking price was $900,000.
What Binance Says About the Data
Binance argued that parts of the claim do not fit how it handles user data. The company said it does not store user passwords in plain text and does not keep private keys for clients’ external wallets. Those points, in its view, undercut the idea that the advertised records came directly from its systems.
The exchange also said the listing included regions where it no longer operates. That detail, Binance suggested, is another reason to question the seller’s story.
Malware Claims and Past Cases
Binance pointed to similar past examples where people tried to sell data collected by malware that infects user devices. In those cases, the data did not come from exchange records, according to the company. It appears Binance thinks this listing may follow the same pattern, though the investigation is not complete.
The exchange said its review is ongoing. Current findings do not indicate a data leak tied to its systems, authentication data, or account information connected to the announcement.
Users Still Need to Stay Careful
The claim is serious, and a $900,000 price tag will draw attention. But Binance’s response is clear: the samples it reviewed did not prove a system breach, and the company is treating the listing as a possible scam. That does not mean every claim should be ignored. Users should still watch for phishing attempts, unusual account activity, and messages that ask for passwords or wallet keys.
For now, Binance says its systems have not been shown to be the source of the advertised data. The company has not reported a confirmed leak from its own records. The investigation continues, and more details may come later.
