FRESNO, California – Cody Sarhan, Communications Specialist
Imagine waking up to find that your personal information is available for sale on the dark web. For millions of AT&T customers, this nightmare recently became a reality. AT&T announced that it had discovered that the sensitive data — including Social Security numbers and email addresses — were found on “the dark web.”
This breach affects 7.6 million current and 65.4 million former account holders, highlighting the severe and growing problem of cybersecurity breaches.
Learn more: How Xobee can better protect you from data breaches
Cybersecurity breaches are no longer isolated incidents affecting a handful of individuals or small companies. They have escalated into large-scale attacks impacting major corporations and millions of people. The AT&T breach is a stark reminder that no company, regardless of its size or industry, is immune to cyber threats.
“If they assess this and they made the wrong call on it, and we’ve had a course of years pass without them being able to notify impacted customers, then it’s likely the company will soon face class action lawsuits.” — Troy Hunt, Microsoft Regional Director
This incident is not the first for AT&T, which faced a significant service outage earlier this year. AT&T at the time blamed the incident on a technical coding error, not a malicious attack. Regardless of the reasons given, these repeated events underscore the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
Protecting Your Business
The growing frequency of data breaches demands that businesses take proactive steps to protect their data and their customers. Here are some essential measures:
Xobee Networks: Your Cybersecurity Partner
At Xobee, we understand the critical importance of cybersecurity. As California’s #1 Managed Service Provider, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to protect your business from cyber threats. Our offerings include:
Don’t wait for a breach to take action. Protect your business today with Xobee Networks — your go-to solution for all cybersecurity needs. Contact us to learn more about how we can help secure your business.
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Cody Sarhan | Communications Specialist, Xobee Networks
