ADT admits security breach after hackers advertise stolen data on the dark web

https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/8/24216197/adt-hackers-obtained-customer-information-breach

Security company ADT disclosed in an SEC filing that hackers obtained “some limited customer information, including email addresses, phone numbers and postal addresses.” TechCrunch reports that ADT’s disclosure follows a seller on a cybercrime forum claiming last week that they had obtained more than 30,000 stolen ADT customer records.

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TimeSquirrel@kbin.melroy.org · 22 pts · 2y

Fun fact: I'm an electronic security tech. A widely known joke in the industry is that ADT stands for "Another Dumb Technician". They like their lick-and-stick wireless sensor bullshit and can't wire up and program a real panel.

Rhaedas@fedia.io · 16 pts · 2y

"We're sorry (we got caught). Here's a free identity production scam to make you feel safe again.

I begin to wonder if identity theft protection was the next big thing to get into after self storage. A bit of investment and then there's very little upkeep, and the companies keep that demand rolling in.

sunzu@kbin.run · 11 pts · 2y

What security are these clowns even providing?

Fiivemacs@lemmy.ca · 9 pts · 2y
  • After it was already public knowledge

Remember this when you cancel your useless ADT services

J_C___@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 2y

I'm so glad I don't fuck around with ADT