Freedom Mobile’s Data Drama: Another Breach, More Customer Headaches
Freedom Mobile’s latest data breach compromised sensitive customer info thanks to a cunning contractor account hack. While they claim no misuse, the company advises caution. With a history of exposed data, Freedom Mobile might want to consider a new hobby—like knitting, because they seem to have trouble keeping things under wraps.
Hot Take:
Freedom Mobile’s latest “freedom” offering seems to be customers’ personal data! Who knew they took their name so literally? But hey, at least they acted swiftly, which is more than can be said for your phone’s download speed during peak hours.
Key Points:
- Freedom Mobile suffered a data breach due to credential compromise.
- The breach impacted a “limited number of customers,” involving names, addresses, and other personal data.
- The breach was discovered on October 23 and was linked to a subcontractor’s account.
- Freedom Mobile has taken corrective measures and security enhancements.
- This isn’t the first data breach for the company, as they experienced another in 2019.
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