Origin Energy hack exposes personal and banking details of Australian customers

Origin Energy confirmed that hackers accessed personal data belonging to its Australian customers, including names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers and partial bank account details. The breach, which the company said involved a sophisticated intrusion, exposed information from its 4.8 million customer accounts that cover electricity, fossil gas, LPG and internet services for homes and businesses across the country.

The company has notified affected customers and is cooperating with Australian cybersecurity authorities to investigate the extent of the compromise. Origin Energy stated it is reviewing its security protocols and will provide guidance on how customers can protect themselves from potential identity‑theft risks. The incident underscores the growing threat to utility providers and the importance of robust data protection measures for large customer bases.