The Sweeping Danger of the AT&T Phone Records Breach

This chapter delves into the significant data breach at AT&T that exposed the call and text records of the majority of its customers, including phone numbers, call and text metadata, and cell tower data. The stolen data, although lacking sensitive information like social security numbers, still poses a threat as it can be utilized by cyber attackers for phishing campaigns and fraudulent activities, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding metadata in terms of privacy and security.