Optus data breach class action launched for millions of Australians caught up in cyber attack

Just over six months since Optus reported a major hack, a class action is being lodged on behalf of customers who say their safety has been compromised.

Law firm Slater and Gordon has lodged the class action in the Federal Court on behalf of more than 100,000 registered participants.

The lawsuit claims Optus breached consumer and telecommunications law and failed in its duty of care to protect users from harm.

"We have people who work in frontline occupations — police officers — very, very concerned that criminals will find out where they live," the firm's Ben Hardwick said.

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