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: The site did not verify email addresses upon signup, meaning many people were registered on the site without their knowledge or consent. 2. 2016 FTC Settlement

: The parent company, Avid Life Media (ALM), lacked a comprehensive security framework, allowing hackers to access data of approximately 36 million user accounts . ashley madison

: The company must implement a rigorous information security program and undergo third-party audits every two years for 20 years. : The site did not verify email addresses

: A total payment of $1.6 million (reduced from a much higher initial figure due to the company's inability to pay). Avid Life Media (ALM)