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Jan 18, 2007 11:51 am US/Eastern

Scope Of Discounter Customer Data Theft Not Known

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (CBS) ― TJX Cos., operator of T.J. Maxx and Marshalls discount stores, is still trying to figure out the full extent of its customer data security breach.

The information was stolen by hackers who gained access into a system that handles credt and debit card transactions, as well as checks and merchandise returns for customers of its T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and A.J. Wright stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

The break-in was discovered in December, but was kept confidential upon the request of law enforcement officials. TJX said it has hired General Dynamics Corp. and IBM Corp. to upgrade its security system.

TJX customers with questions can call the following numbers: (866) 484-6978 in the United States, (866) 903-1408 in Canada, and 0800 77 90 15 in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

TJX will also provide information on its website, www.tjx.com, including tips on preventing credit and debit card fraud and other steps customers may take to protect their personal information.

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