Optus Data Breach Affects 7.7 Million Customers
Optus has confirmed that a data breach has affected 7.7 million consumers. The breach exposed sensitive information, including ID numbers, for a significant portion of their customer base.
Optus has been working with government agencies to analyse the data and verify the extent of the breach. The company has identified that approximately 1.2 million consumers have had at least one number from a current and valid form of identification compromised, along with personal information such as email addresses, dates of birth, or phone numbers.
In addition, around 900,000 consumers have had numbers relating to expired IDs compromised, also exposing personal information. Optus has sent emails or SMS to all affected consumers, advising them of the breach and the next steps they should take. The company has recommended that consumers change their identification documents if they have been compromised.
Optus has taken steps to notify all affected consumers and provide guidance on how to protect themselves following the data breach. Consumers are advised to closely monitor their accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. The specific details about individual consumers and the additional steps they may need to take are not provided, but generally, those affected by such breaches should remain vigilant.
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