In a recent update, Discord disclosed that about 70,000 user IDs might have been exposed during a security breach. The service clarified that the breach did not originate directly from their systems; instead, it stemmed from a third-party vendor responsible for handling customer support.

The compromised data primarily included government-issued ID photos which were utilized for processing age verification appeals.

“This incident highlights the flaws in age-verification systems powered by external services. While Discord’s infrastructure remains intact, the responsibility for handling sensitive data must be reconsidered, especially when involving third-party vendors.”

The forum regarding this breach has sparked a discussion about the implications of stringent age-verification measures, particularly those mandated by government regulations.

As the debate continues, Discord reassured affected users that they are collaborating closely with authorities and security specialists.

Managing sensitive user data requires utmost diligence, and the incident has prompted calls for improved methodologies such as Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZKP), aiming to verify user age without sharing personally identifiable information.