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Cyberattack Exposes Data of 900,000 Origin Customers
28 Jul
Summary
- Around 900,000 customers affected by data breach.
- Breach occurred at Origin Energy Ltd. recently.
- Investigation began in early July, initially dismissed.

A major data security incident has affected approximately 900,000 individuals, including current and former customers of Origin Energy Ltd. This breach represents the latest in a concerning trend of cyberattacks targeting significant Australian corporations and essential service providers.
The company initiated an examination into a suspected threat during early July. However, initial assessments did not identify the severity of the issue, leading to a delayed response.
This event underscores the persistent cyber threats faced by large organizations, particularly those in the essential services sector in Australia.