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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
AT&T data breach settlement: Who's eligible, how to claim, and what to know
Millions of AT&T customers can now file claims in a $177 million legal settlement over two data breaches. People may get up to $7,500 each, according to CBS news report. AT&T reached a settlement: $149M for the first breach, $28M for the second.(REUTERS) The first breach, announced in March 2024, exposed data from 73 million current and former customers. That included birth dates and Social Security numbers, which were found on the dark web. The second breach, announced in July 2024, involved hackers stealing call and text records from a third-party cloud platform. This affected nearly all AT&T wireless customers. After the breaches, many lawsuits were filed across the country. These were later combined into two class-action cases. On August 4, 2025, AT&T said a settlement has been reached. $149 million will go to people affected by the first breach. $28 million will go to those impacted by the second breach. Also Read: AT&T has a new budget-friendly plan for seniors: Do you qualify? The settlement still needs final approval. A court hearing is set for December 3, 2025, in the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas. Customers can file claims while waiting. Who are eligible to file ? Anyone whose data was exposed in either breach can file. Emails are being sent to eligible customers from attsettlement@ The claims are being handled by Kroll Settlement Administration. If you're not sure if you qualify, call (833) 890-4930. How to file? You must fill out a claim form by November 18, 2025. Go to to file online or request a paper form. Filing a claim means you give up your right to sue AT&T later over these breaches. How much you can receive ? Up to $5,000 for people affected by the March 2024 breach. Losses must have happened in 2019 or later. Up to $2,500 for people affected by the July 2024 breach. Losses must have happened on or after April 14, 2024. Up to $7,500 for people affected by both breaches. You must show proof that your losses were caused by the breaches. When payments might happen ? The court will decide on December 3, 2025. If the settlement is approved, there may still be delays due to appeals and claim processing. Payments will not be sent until sometime after that. The settlement site says to be patient.
Newsweek
6 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
AT&T Customers Could Be Eligible For $7,500 Payout From Settlement
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. AT&T customers whose personal information was taken in two 2024 data breaches were eligible to file claims for a portion of a $177 million class-action settlement, with individuals able to seek up to $7,500 if they were affected by both incidents. The settlement comes after lawsuits arose from two cybersecurity incidents in 2024 that exposed sensitive customer information and call/text records for millions of accounts, offering a financial remedy to affected subscribers. Newsweek contacted AT&T for more information on the settlement via email. Why it Matters Millions of wireless customers faced increased risk of identity theft and privacy exposure after two incidents in 2024: one that put names, birth dates and Social Security numbers on the dark web and a second that exposed call and text records for a broad selection of customers. What To Know The March 2024 incident involved data from roughly 73 million current and former AT&T account holders, including sensitive identifiers such as names, dates of birth and Social Security numbers. The company agreed to a $177 million settlement to resolve consolidated class actions related to both incidents, with funds allocated between the two settlement classes. Stock Image: The AT&T corporate logo is displayed outside a store on August 2, 2025 in San Diego, California. Stock Image: The AT&T corporate logo is displayed outside a store on August 2, 2025 in San Diego, California. Getty Images Claimants hit by the March breach could seek up to $5,000 for documented losses, while claimants tied to the July breach could seek up to $2,500. Individuals in both classes could pursue up to $7,500 in total. Claimants can submit documented-loss claims with supporting evidence or opt for tiered cash payments, with final amounts depending on the number of valid claims and deduction of administration and legal fees. How to apply for the payout File online using the settlement claim portal ( or submit a paper claim by mail. Both online and mailed claims must be submitted or postmarked by Nov. 18, 2025. Use the Class Member ID from the email notice sent by the settlement administrator Kroll to complete an online claim; claimants who cannot not find the email should check spam folders or call the administrator. Contact the settlement administrator by phone at 833-890-4930 or send mail to AT&T Data Incident Settlement; c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC; P.O. Box 5324; New York, NY 10150-5324 for help or to request a mailed form. Prepare documentation for any claimed losses that you assert are traceable to the breaches; claimants could choose documented-loss claims or tiered payments depending on available evidence. What Happens Next A final fairness hearing to consider approval of the settlement was scheduled for Dec. 3, 2025, after which distributions could proceed if the court granted final approval and any appeals were resolved.
Indianapolis Star
a day ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
AT&T $177 million settlement means you could get up to $7,500. How to file
AT&T customers could have up to $7,500 on the line each due to a class action settlement the telecommunications company made regarding data breaches last year. AT&T will pay out $177 million to those filing claims in the case. In one incident, dated March 30, 2024, some customers' vulnerable data, including addresses, social security numbers, birthdates, passcodes, billing numbers and phone numbers were released on the dark web, according to a news release by Kroll Settlement Administration. In another incident, on July 12, 2024, limited data was illegally downloaded. Breached information included customers and other users associated with their accounts, as well as the numbers they interacted with. Customers affected by the first data incident can claim up to $5,000 by providing materials for the documented loss cash payment option, according to information on the settlement website. Another alternative is a Tier 1 or Tier 2 cash payment. Those whose Social Security numbers were included in the March 30 data breach are eligible to file a claim for Tier 1, which is five times the amount of Tier 2. Those affected by the July 12 data breach could be eligible for a documented loss cash payment up to $2,500. Documented materials must be presented, according to the settlement website. The alternative is the Tier 3 cash payment option, which will be a share of the settlement after administration costs and claims are received. Customers impacted by both could receive up to $7,500. Those eligible have to submit a claim online via the AT&T Data Incident Settlement Claim Form. The deadline to do that is Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The claim can also be mailed and must be received or postmarked by the deadline date. For more information about the settlement and the claims process, visit or call 833-890-4930.
