# AT&T breach settlement wins final approval for $177 million

_Published Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:07 PM EDT · Security · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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AT&T's $177 million settlement over two data breaches announced in 2024 has won final approval, Yahoo Finance reported. Customers sued over alleged failures to protect their information and notify them promptly. The court approved $59 million in legal fees.

Claimants with documented losses remain eligible for payments capped at $5,000 for the first breach and $2,500 for the second. Administrator Kroll estimates most other claims will pay under $10; those whose Social Security numbers were exposed are estimated to receive about $39 to $40. Claims closed on December 18, 2025. No payment date has been set.

## Sources

- [Yahoo Finance](https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/articles/millions-filed-ts-5-000-164503215.html)

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