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Comcast Fined $1.5M Over Vendor Data Breach
25 Nov
Summary
- Comcast faces a $1.5 million fine from the FCC.
- A vendor's breach exposed data of 237,000 customers.
- Comcast will implement new vendor oversight practices.
Comcast is set to pay a $1.5 million fine to the Federal Communications Commission due to a data breach affecting approximately 237,000 customers. The incident stemmed from a breach at Financial Business and Consumer Solutions, a debt collector that previously worked with Comcast until 2022. This vendor subsequently filed for bankruptcy before the data exposure was disclosed in August 2024.
The FCC's settlement mandates that Comcast implement a comprehensive compliance plan. This plan includes establishing stricter vendor oversight protocols focused on safeguarding customer privacy and sensitive information. The company has affirmed its commitment to strengthening cybersecurity measures to prevent future data compromises.
Comcast has issued a statement clarifying that it does not accept responsibility for the breach and that its own systems remained secure. The company emphasized that its vendor, FBCS, was obligated to adhere to specified security requirements. Comcast reiterated its dedication to continually improving its cybersecurity policies to protect customer data.
