AT&T Investigating Data Breach Impacting Millions of Users
Concerns Arise Over Data Breach at AT&T
Telecom giant AT&T is currently conducting an investigation into a recent data breach that has affected a substantial number of users. According to initial findings, approximately 7.6 million current account holders and 65.4 million former account holders have been impacted by this incident. The leaked data, which surfaced on the “dark web” about two weeks ago, seems to originate from 2019 or earlier.
Origin of Data Unclear
AT&T has stated that it is uncertain whether the data leaked came directly from its systems or from one of its vendors. The company emphasized that there is no evidence of unauthorized access to its internal systems resulting from this breach.
Response from AT&T
Despite the significant breach, AT&T noted that the incident has not had a substantial impact on its operations. The company is currently in the process of assessing the source of the leaked data and is actively reaching out to those affected. Passcodes for 7.6 million current customers have already been reset, and credit monitoring services will be provided where necessary.
AT&T’s Reach and Previous Issues
AT&T’s extensive 5G network covers a vast portion of the United States, serving around 290 million people. This recent data breach is not the first instance the company has faced challenges. In February, an outage disrupted calls and text messages for numerous U.S. users, leading to federal investigations.
The latest breach has raised concerns about data security practices in the telecom industry and highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in safeguarding user information. AT&T’s ongoing investigation aims to provide clarity on the extent of the breach and prevent future incidents.
