If you're one of the 80 million consumers who use Roku to watch TV and movies online, you might want to change your password.
According to an official data breach notification filed by the company, hackers were able to access more than 15,000 Roku accounts.
Roku bills itself as America's leading TV streaming platform and the country's #1 selling TV operating system.
Here's what we know about this data breach.
The hackers were able to access more than 15,000 accounts and store credit card information. Roque said the accounts did not reveal anyone's Social Security number, full account number or date of birth. In a notice sent to customers last week, Roku said hackers had obtained login information and attempted to purchase streaming subscriptions in limited cases.
The company is working to cancel and refund fraudulent purchases. According to the data breach notification, the breach occurred between December of last year and mid-February of this year.
The company said the breach was discovered on January 4th.
NBC 5 Responds reached out to Roku for comment on the breach and asked why it took two months after the breach was discovered to notify affected users. There was no reply.
Important points if you have a Roku account
- Company strongly recommends changing your password
- We also recommend checking your subscription and devices linked to your Roku account.
- Also, keep an eye on your credit report for any unusual activity.