AT&T launches password reset after data breach affecting 73 million users

Following the disclosure of the 2019 data breach, AT&T moved quickly to reset customer account passwords. The breach, which affected as many as 73 million current and former users, marked a major security breach for the telecom giant and included sensitive personal information such as names, addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth and Social Security numbers.

Massive data breaches and security issues

The leaked data also included encrypted account passwords. However, security experts warn that these passwords are relatively easy to decipher, potentially leaving users vulnerable to unauthorized access.Passwords (usually four digits) reportedly serve as an extra layer of security for online and offline access to AT&T services and accounts TechCrunch.

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AT&T’s response and investigation

AT&T has conducted a thorough investigation into the breach and is seeking support from internal and external cybersecurity experts. Although the company claims there is no evidence that unauthorized access resulted in the extraction of data, it is unclear how the breach went undetected for several years. AT&T confirmed that approximately 7.6 million current customers and 65.4 million former account holders were affected by the breach.

To mitigate the potential impact of this breach, AT&T has reset account passwords for affected users and provided guidance on strengthening security measures. We have set up a dedicated webpage to notify users about the breach and provide instructions on protecting their accounts. Additionally, the company committed to communicating directly with current and former users affected by the leak to ensure transparency and accountability.

Continue to be vigilant and cooperative

As AT&T continues to investigate this vulnerability and assess its impact, we urge users to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect their personal information. Partnering with external cybersecurity experts underscores AT&T’s commitment to addressing security vulnerabilities and restoring the trust of its user base.

For further updates and information about this leak, users can visit the official AT&T website for the latest developments and protection measures.

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