AT&T Data Breach: Millions of Customers' Information Exposed Online

AT&T disclosed a significant data breach affecting millions of current and former customers, revealing that sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, email addresses, and passcodes, was exposed online.

While investigations are underway, the telecom giant has started notifying affected individuals and initiated measures like passcode resets and credit monitoring services.

Consumers are advised to watch for email notifications from AT&T, change passwords, and monitor account activities for signs of unauthorized access.

The email notices began going out on Saturday, an AT&T spokesperson confirmed to The Associated Press.

While breaches are challenging to avoid entirely, adopting strong passwords, enabling multifactor authentication, and staying vigilant against phishing attempts can bolster personal security.

Additionally, considering credit freezes and fraud alerts from credit bureaus can provide added protection against identity theft and malicious activities.