Origin Energy hit by potential data breach in Australia
( July 23, 2026, 04:55 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Origin Energy said it is investigating a potential security incident that may have involved unauthorized access to some customer data. The Australian energy retailer said it does not believe the affected data includes customers' credit-card or bank details and that it is urgently investigating the incident. Origin said it has engaged the Australian Cyber Security Centre, the Australian Federal Police and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.Statement follows....
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