Data Breach Summary
EmCentrix, a company specializing in workforce management services, has confirmed a data breach that compromised the personal information of 59,060 individuals, including five residents from Maine. The breach, which involved unauthorized access to certain internal files, occurred on August 11, 2024, but was not discovered until August 14, 2024, when a network disruption triggered an investigation.
EmCentrix’s internal systems were hacked, leading to the unauthorized access of sensitive files containing personal information. The company immediately initiated an investigation with the help of independent cybersecurity experts to assess the scope of the breach. On June 16, 2025, it was confirmed that certain personal data had been exposed as part of the breach.
As of now, there is no evidence that the compromised information has been misused or attempted to be misused. The company has reassured affected individuals that it is closely monitoring the situation.
The company is also offering complimentary identity protection services to affected individuals, including:
12 to 24 months of credit monitoring
CyberScan monitoring
A $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy
Fully managed identity theft recovery services
Individuals affected by the breach are urged to enroll in the identity protection services by the September 26, 2025 deadline.
The breached data may have included personal identifiers such as:
Full names
Additional sensitive data related to the affected individuals (specifics on the data sets are not disclosed)
The personal and sensitive information compromised in this breach includes elements that could lead to serious privacy issues for the affected individuals. Those impacted are at an increased risk of identity theft, where their information could be used without their knowledge to commit fraud or other illegal activities.
If your personal information has been breached, it’s important to take immediate and proactive steps to minimize the potential impact and protect yourself from identity theft or fraud. Here are some general actions that you should consider taking:
Monitor Credit Reports: Check your credit reports regularly for suspicious activity.
Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Set up a fraud alert or freeze your credit to prevent unauthorized access.
Monitor Financial Accounts: Review bank and credit card statements for unfamiliar transactions.
Watch for Phishing Scams: Be cautious of unsolicited requests for personal information.
Change Passwords: Update passwords for online accounts and use strong, unique ones.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to online accounts.
Review Health and Insurance Info: Check for fraudulent charges if health data was exposed.
If you were impacted by the EmCentrix data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U is dedicated to helping data breach victims connect with skilled attorneys who specialize in this area of law and can guide you through the legal process.
Individuals whose personal information was exposed may have valid grounds to join a class action lawsuit, allowing them to pursue restitution.
If your data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent resolving the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
By pursuing a class action lawsuit, you not only have the opportunity to recover damages but also help hold EmCentrix accountable, potentially prompting them to strengthen their security measures. Reach out to Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and learn more about the compensation you may be entitled to.
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