An Irish national utility service provider, Electric Ireland, is investigating a significant data breach involving customer information. This breach, first reported last year, has led to arrests and an ongoing investigation by the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau (GNCCB) and the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB). The incident has raised concerns about the misuse of personal and financial data and potential risks for affected customers.
Details of the Data Breach
Electric Ireland disclosed that an employee of a company working on its behalf may have inappropriately accessed data from approximately 8,000 residential customer accounts. The compromised information includes personal and financial details, potentially exposing customers to fraud. While the company has not released the names of affected customers, it is actively identifying and contacting individuals who may be at risk. The breach has left many customers concerned about identity theft and financial security.
Electric Ireland has apologized for the breach and is providing guidance to impacted customers. Those not contacted by the company are advised to remain cautious and avoid taking immediate action until they receive official communication. In addition, Electric Ireland has encouraged customers to report any fraudulent activity related to their accounts and to consult their banks for potential security measures.
Investigative Efforts by Authorities
The Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau and GNECB are at the forefront of the investigation. T
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