AT&T Agrees to $177 Million Data Breach Settlement – Learn How to Claim Your Share Up to $7,500
AT&T has reached a substantial settlement for two major data breaches, offering $177 million to affected customers. This settlement enables individuals to claim up to $7,500, avoiding potentially costly litigation for the telecom giant. Approved preliminarily by a Texan judge in August, this agreement comes after breaches in 2019 and 2024 compromised customer information.
Data Breach Impact
The 2019 breach, unreported until 2024, exposed personal data of over 73 million AT&T customers. This information, later found on the dark web, included sensitive details such as Social Security numbers and birth dates. In response, AT&T reset passcodes for millions of customers.
In 2024, another breach involved unauthorized access to AT&T’s cloud-based data at Snowflake. This incident affected 109 million customers and compromised mainly call data, including phone numbers and call durations. This data breach risked revealing customer identities.
Consolidated Lawsuits and Settlement
Initially, separate lawsuits filed for each breach were merged into a single class action. The resolution does not admit any liability by AT&T, aiming instead to offer affected parties redress. Two classes define the settlement allocation:
- AT&T 1 Settlement Class – $149 million for the 2019 breach.
- AT&T 2 Settlement Class – $28 million for the 2024 breach.
Steps to Claim
Qualified individuals will receive an email from Kroll Settlement Administration. If believed eligible but not contacted, inquiries can be directed to (833) 890-4930, or written inquiries can be mailed to AT&T Data Incident Settlement, c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, P.O. Box 5324, New York, NY 10150-5324.
Claims are filed via the Kroll website or by mail, utilizing a Class Member ID provided by Kroll. Submission deadlines are set for December 18, 2025.
Compensation Details
| Breach Year | Payout Eligibility | Compensation Cap |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Proof of financial loss required | Up to $5,000 |
| 2024 | Eligibility proof required | Up to $2,500 |
Individuals affected by both breaches may receive settlement from each, contingent on documentation proof. If financial loss cannot be verified, claimants receive a share of remaining funds, distributed pro rata based on total claims.
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