Recent AT&T Breach
The recent data breach that occurred on the dark web has potentially affected you, as well as 7.6 million other current customers and 65.4 million former customers of AT&T. This breach took place on March 17, 2024. AT&T wants its customers to know while your personal information, such as Social Security numbers from AT&T data-specific fields in 2019 or earlier, may have been compromised, no personal financial information or call history was included in the breach.
In response to this breach, AT&T has taken immediate action to enhance security measures. They have reset users’ four-digit passcodes, which adds an extra layer of protection for accessing customer accounts. This step aims to prevent unauthorized access and ensure the safety of customer information. AT&T is also offering a range of support services to affected customers. They are providing one year of complimentary credit monitoring, identity theft detection, and resolution services. This will help you monitor your credit activity and detect any signs of identity theft. In addition, AT&T is offering an insurance policy that covers up to $1 million in the event of identity theft. This insurance coverage provides an added layer of financial protection for you.
To assist those impacted by the breach, AT&T has established an identity restoration team. This team is dedicated to helping you restore your identity and resolve any issues that may arise as a result of the breach. AT&T states they are committed to supporting you throughout this process and ensuring that any potential damages are mitigated.
AT&T is taking the necessary steps to address the data breach and protect your information. They are implementing enhanced security measures, offering support services, and establishing a dedicated team to assist those affected. By doing so, AT&T aims to minimize the impact of the breach. To learn more about the breach check out the articles below.
AT&T Addresses Recent Data Set Released on the Dark Web
https://about.att.com/story/2024/addressing-data-set-released-on-dark-web.html
AT&T Data Breach: What AT&T Is Doing for the 73 Million Accounts Breached
Let’s be careful out there!
The PJ Networks Team
