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Optus to face ACMA-filed court case over data breach – Telco/ISP

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Optus will face Federal Court action over its 2022 data breach, with the Australian Communications and Media Authority filing paperwork with the court earlier this week.

Optus to face ACMA-filed court case over data breach


The ACMA has released a brief statement, confirming that it filed proceedings against the telco.

“We allege that during a data breach which occurred between September 17 to 20 2022, Optus failed to protect the confidentiality of its customers’ personal information from unauthorised interference or unauthorised access as required under the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act 1979,” the ACMA said on its website.

“As this matter is now before the court, the ACMA will not be making any further statements at this time.”

An Optus spokesperson confirmed the impending case.

“Optus intends to defend these proceedings,” its spokesperson said.

“At this stage, Optus Mobile is not able to determine the quantum of penalties, if any, that could arise.

“As the matter is now before the courts, Optus is unable to make any further comment.

Court records show that the ACMA lodged its application with the Court on Monday this week.

The data breach exposed 9.8 million customer records and has left the telco exposed to multiple investigations and court cases, including class actions.

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