Russell Cellular, a major U.S.-based Verizon Authorized Retailer, allegedly experienced a data breach in March 2026. A 61 GB database containing over 6.3 million customer records was reportedly offered for sale on a hacker forum. This incident was disclosed via the Daily Dark Web and other security news outlets, but Russell Cellular has not officially confirmed the breach, and there are no reports of the company responding to hacker contact attempts.
The compromised data reportedly includes customer full names, phone numbers, email addresses, and account numbers. It also supposedly contains device and contract details such as ESN, IMEI/SN, device models, tariff plans, invoice and tracking numbers, and contract specifics. Additionally, employee data, including usernames, plain-text passwords, and security roles, is said to be part of the exposed information. There is no confirmed exposure of SSNs, medical, or financial data. As of current reports, no specific states have been detailed as affected, but Russell Cellular operates extensively across the U.S.
Details about this alleged breach may emerge as the situation develops, and official notices may be delayed.