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A hacker discovered a flaw in the firm's web system that could allow them to easily steal millions of customer login details.
news.sky.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
TalkTalk has been implementing changes to its email offering that affect former customers (i.e., those who no longer subscribe to TalkTalk broadband). Reports indicate that free TalkTalk email access for former customers is being withdrawn, with paid options introduced through a partner service. This has led to warnings to affected users to switch or subscribe by set deadlines.[1][3]
Key dates from coverage in 2025 note:
Public forum posts and industry sites document continued user confusion around the migration process and the new paid email arrangements, including mentions of the provider behind the paid service and the transition timetable.[2][5]
For context, TalkTalk has also undergone regular email platform migrations and updates in prior years, with prior mentions of mailbox migrations and upgrade timelines tied to platform changes, though the most recent emphasis appears to be on transitioning non‑customers to paid access if they want to retain their @talktalk.net address.[2]
There are ongoing discussions about broader TalkTalk email reliability and service interruptions in 2024–2025, but the central theme of the latest coverage is the paid migration for former customers and the associated deadlines.[7][10]
Notes and caveats:
Would you like me to pull the latest official page from TalkTalk or summarize the specific deadlines for affected accounts based on the most recent official notices? I can also help you determine practical options if you’re currently impacted (e.g., steps to migrate to a new email provider).
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A hacker discovered a flaw in the firm's web system that could allow them to easily steal millions of customer login details.
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