Bouygues Telecom Cyberattack: 6.4 Million Customers’ Data Exposed – Stay Alert!

Bouygues Telecom suffered a cyberattack, exposing data of 6.4 million customers. While passwords and credit card numbers are safe, IBANs were compromised. Customers are urged to be wary of scams and monitor bank accounts closely. In a world where cybercriminals love data like cats love cardboard boxes, vigilance is key!

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Hot Take:

Well, it looks like Bouygues Telecom just became the latest unwilling participant in the “Who Wants to Be a Cyberattack Victim?” game show. With 6.4 million customers’ data exposed, it’s safe to say that their cybersecurity measures might need as much upgrading as your grandma’s flip phone. But fear not, dear customers! Just because your IBANs are out in the wild doesn’t mean you should start building a bunker just yet. Just keep your eyes peeled and your senses sharp—because scams are coming faster than a kid on a sugar rush!

Key Points:

  • Cyberattack exposed data of 6.4 million Bouygues Telecom customers.
  • Compromised data includes contact information, contract details, and IBANs.
  • Passwords and credit card details were not affected.
  • Bouygues advises vigilance against scams and monitoring bank accounts.
  • Incident reflects a trend of global telecom companies being targeted.

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