# Customer data, including banking details, stolen in Origin Energy hack

A cyberattack on Australian energy company Origin Energy has resulted in the theft of customers' personal and banking information. The breach exposes affected users to potential financial fraud and privacy violations, highlighting ongoing cybersecurity risks in essential services.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/23/personal-and-banking-details-among-customer-data-stolen-in-origin-energy-hack) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:18:17 GMT