Comcast has agreed to a $117.5 million settlement to compensate approximately 36 million customers whose personal information was exposed during a significant data breach in October 2023.

Key Points

• The settlement covers customers who received a breach notification from Comcast in December 2023 regarding the October 2023 incident.
• Eligible claimants can receive a flat $50 payment or up to $10,000 for documented losses and time spent addressing identity theft.
• Affected individuals must file a claim on the official settlement website by the September 14, 2026, deadline to receive compensation.
• Stolen data included usernames, passwords, names, contact information, dates of birth, and the last four digits of Social Security numbers.
• Comcast is also required to provide identity defense services to all members of the settlement class, regardless of whether they file a claim.

Why it Matters

This settlement highlights the growing financial accountability major internet service providers face following large-scale cybersecurity failures. It provides a clear path for millions of consumers to seek restitution while underscoring the importance of monitoring personal data after corporate security breaches.