At 4.30am today, there was an unauthorised intrusion into the Optus Internet and Microplex network.

Cable & Wireless Optus views this intrusion as a serious breach of security and has informed the police.

The intrusion allowed limited access to details of Optus Internet and Microplex customers. It did not allow access to any customers' financial information.

Cable & Wireless Optus took immediate action on confirmation of the breach, preventing any further access.

Although this intrusion has caused only minimal customer impact, Cable & Wireless Optus is continuing to assess the position to ensure customers are not in any way disadvantaged. The company is reviewing all security procedures to continue to protect the safety and integrity of customer information.

For more information:
Melissa Favero
Cable & Wireless Optus
Phone: 02 9342 5030