Ten thousand records have already been released.
The hacker behind the Optus hack/security breach has reportedly released more than 10,000 customer records and demanded $1.5 million in ransom money.
According to The Guardian, the hacker has threatened to release 10,000 records a day until the ransom is paid. Estimates have put the number of current and former customers whose details have been compromised at 9.8 million.
Cybersecurity journalist Jeremy Kirk has shared a screenshot of the hacker’s ransom message on Twitter. The message states if the USD$1 million is paid, the data will be deleted and will not be sold on.
An AFP spokesperson has told 9News it was aware of reports alleging data stolen in the Optus hack were being offered for sale online, including the dark web.
“The AFP is using specialist capability to monitor the dark web and other technologies, and will not hesitate to take action against those who are breaking the law,” the spokesperson said.
Customers have been advised Optus is not sending links in SMS or emails and has warned users not to open any link from someone claiming to be from the company. The company has also released the below statement:
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