T-Mobile Sued Again: Washington State Targets Cybersecurity Failures After Massive 2021 Data Breach

T-Mobile Sued Again: Washington State Targets Cybersecurity Failures After Massive 2021 Data Breach

T-Mobile is facing another legal battle, this time from the state of Washington, over its handling of a massive 2021 data breach that exposed the personal information of 79 million individuals. The lawsuit, filed by Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson, alleges that the telecommunications giant failed to adequately address known cybersecurity vulnerabilities, leading to the catastrophic breach. A History of Neglect and Inadequate Security The lawsuit paints a picture of a company that consistently disregarded critical security measures, putting millions of customers at risk. Key allegations include: Years of Ignored Vulnerabilities: The lawsuit contends that T-Mobile was aware of specific security weaknesses for years before the 2021 breach, yet failed to take appropriate action to address them. This systemic negligence created a significant opening for hackers to exploit. Insufficient Breach Notification: When the breach was finally disclosed in August 2021, T-Mobile's notificati…