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MEO target of "mass attack" assures no customer data was accessed
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MEO target of "mass attack" assures no customer data was accessed

Record14 September 2026 at 22:13

MEO was the target of a "mass attack" that caused network access problems this Monday. The telecommunications operator confirmed being the victim of a large-scale security incident.

The company assured that there was no unauthorized access to its customers' personal data. According to MEO, the integrity and security of customer data were not compromised during the attack.

The attack caused disruptions to the operator's services, affecting users' ability to access the network. MEO's technical teams worked to resolve the situation and restore normal service operations.

This type of incident has been increasingly frequent against companies and institutions in Portugal and worldwide, representing a significant threat to the telecommunications sector.

Why this matters

Readers who are MEO customers need to know that their personal data was not compromised, although they faced connectivity problems. This type of attack on telecommunications operators can serve as a warning to all consumers about the importance of digital security.

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