AT&T data breach settlement: Here's how you can file a claim by Dec. 18 deadline

The Brief

Consumers are entitled to some cash stemming from AT&T’s data breach settlement.

Impacted consumers have a little over a month to claim their money.

What they're saying:

"We have agreed to this settlement to avoid the expense and uncertainty of protracted litigation," AT&T said in a Thursday statement, adding that the company remains "committed to protecting our customers’ data and ensuring their continued trust in us."

Here’s what you need to know:

When is the deadline?

What you can do:

Consumers impacted by the data breaches have until Dec. 18 to file for a settlement payment.

To learn more, you can visit the website of the settlement administrator , Kroll Settlement Administration. Class members can also opt-out or make an objection before Nov. 17.

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