Telecommunications provider Eastlink says a potential data breach may have touched some customers in recent days, though it does not believe credit card or banking information was compromised. The company operates across seven Canadian provinces and Bermuda.
Details released by Eastlink indicate the incident could involve certain customer data, but there is no indication that financial payment details were exposed. The firm is notifying affected customers and offering guidance on next steps as it investigates the scope of the incident.
Eastlink did not specify how many customers might be impacted or the exact date the breach could have occurred. The company emphasized its ongoing assessment and the precautionary nature of the notification, stating that it is working to determine what data could be affected and to implement any necessary remediation measures.
Officials from Eastlink urged customers to monitor accounts and contact the company for support if they notice unusual activity. The breach notice highlights the telecom’s commitment to transparency while it completes its inquiry into the incident. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
