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Origin Energy Confirms 900,000 Customers Affected by Data Breach, Warned Weeks Earlier

Origin Energy Confirms 900,000 Customers Affected by Data Breach, Warned Weeks Earlier

28 Temmuz 2026The Guardian
  • Origin Energy has revealed that a data breach affecting approximately 900,000 customers was known to the company three weeks prior to its public announcement. The hack compromised personal data of both current and former customers, with the company indicating that a significant number of those affected were no longe…
  • CEO Frank Calabria has issued an apology and urged customers to remain vigilant against potential scams.
  • Data breaches have become increasingly common, with companies often facing scrutiny over their response times and communication strategies. This incident at Origin Energy reflects broader trends in the energy sector and the challenges companies face in protecting sensitive customer information.
  • The delayed disclosure by Origin Energy raises questions about corporate transparency and the responsibility companies have to inform their customers about security breaches. The fact that the company was aware of the hack weeks before going public suggests a troubling prioritization of reputation over customer safety.
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