AT&T is investigating claims that approximately 86 million customer records are being sold on a cybercrime forum, believed to be a repackaging of data from a previous breach. The leaked information includes sensitive details such as dates of birth, phone numbers, and social security numbers, raising concerns about potential identity theft. AT&T is working to determine the origins of the data and has alerted law enforcement.
Criminals are selling compromised FBI and other government email accounts on dark web marketplaces for as low as $40, enabling them to impersonate officials and execute further crimes. These accounts provide real-time access, allowing attackers to submit fraudulent emergency data requests and manipulate investigations, posing significant threats to personal data security and law enforcement integrity.