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    AT&T data breach: Everything To Know

    Insight NewsBy Insight NewsApril 1, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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    AT&T data breach 2024: what this means for users, who is affected, what caused the leak, How many customers are Affected, Countries Affected, what management had to say, How they are fixing this, Recent news And Everything To Know

    What to know - and do - about AT&T data breach affecting 73 million users

    Earlier this week, a significant data breach involving AT&T came to light. Here’s what you need to know:

    Discovered on the dark web. This dataset includes details such as:

      • Social Security numbers
      • Passcodes
      • Other internal information
    • Affected Customers: Approximately 73 million current and former AT&T customers are potentially impacted.
    • Breach Origin: The data is claimed to stem from a 2021 breach at AT&T. But the company denies any evidence of a breach from its systems.

    What This Means for Users

    • Millions of current and former AT&T customers have likely also had their personal information stolen.
    • The breach impacts sensitive data, including Social Security numbers, passcodes. And also other personal details.
    • Approximately 73 million current and former AT&T account holders are impacted.
    • The compromised data includes names, addresses, dates of birth, and more.
    • ATT Customers, were you affected by the data breach which leaked private  information on the dark web? 😳😩 | #ONLYinDADE #Trending #... | Instagram

    What Caused the Leak

    • AT&T is uncertain whether the breach originated from their systems or a third-party vendor.
    • The company is also conducting a robust investigation to determine the cause.
    • 7.6 million current users and 65.4 million. Former AT&T customers are impacted.

    Countries Affected

    • The breach impacts AT&T customers globally. But the exact list of affected countries is not specified.

    What Management Had to Say

    • AT&T has reset the passcodes of current users to enhance security.
    • The company is also offering to pay for credit-monitoring services where applicable.

    How They Are Fixing This

    • AT&T is actively investigating the breach. And also taking necessary steps to secure customer data.

    What You Can Do:

    • General Actions for AT&T Customers:
      1. Beware of Scammers: Be cautious of anyone posing as AT&T. Scammers also often take advantage of data breaches to impersonate breached companies.
      2. Avoid Urgency: Scammers may create urgency to trick you. Into revealing personal or financial information. Take your time and also verify any communication.
      3. Set Up Identity Monitoring: Consider identity monitoring services to track. If your personal information appears illegally online.
      • Monitor Your Accounts: Keep an eye on your AT&T account for any suspicious activity.
      • Also Freeze Your Credit: Freeze your credit reports at major agencies (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion).
      • Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to your AT&T account.
      • Stay Informed: Follow updates from AT&T and also take necessary precautions.

    Recent News

    • The breach was discovered recently, and AT&T is also addressing the situation.

    Remember

    The compromised data includes sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, passcodes, full names, email addresses, mailing addresses. Phone numbers, dates of birth, and AT&T account numbers. Fortunately, financial information and call history do not appear to be compromised.

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