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Utility Billing Email Contains Customer Information in Harrisburg Area

1 report, 1 independent Updated Thu 00:00

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What happened

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Capital Region Water stated that a file containing customer information was attached to its latest electronic billing emails sent out on Wednesday, October 29, 2026. The document included account numbers, names, email addresses, street addresses, and amounts due. The company confirmed the attachment did not contain financial account information, passwords, Social Security numbers, or driver's license numbers.

From wgal.com

Why it matters

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The utility company is currently reviewing the incident with appropriate parties. Because the breach involves personal customer data, the state of Pennsylvania might impose oversight or fines due to the security failure.

From wgal.com

Who's involved

HarrisburgCity where the utility company serves residents
PennsylvaniaState jurisdiction where the utility operates

Possible ripples

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Harrisburg
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