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Hackers claiming Optus breach say they don't want ransom and have deleted stolen data

KELLY BAYER ROSMARIN OPTUS

Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin Source: AAP / SUPPLIED/PR IMAGE

The Federal Government says the attack never should have happened and has criticised Optus for the breach but the telco says it's doing everything it can to protect consumers.



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