Central Boiler, Inc. recently experienced a significant cybersecurity incident that may have compromised sensitive personal information for 1,682 individuals, including 16 Maine residents. The breach, which occurred between July 23, 2025, and August 1, 2025, was discovered on September 12, 2025, and is believed to have been the result of a sophisticated cyberattack. If you were affected by this breach, it is important to understand your rights and explore your legal options for seeking compensation.
Central Boiler’s Data Breach Investigation
Central Boiler, Inc. discovered the data breach on August 1, 2025, when they were victimized by a cyber-attack. Following the discovery, the company immediately began working with their IT team and third-party forensic specialists to secure the network, restore their systems, and investigate the full nature of the attack. The company also reported the breach to federal law enforcement.
During the investigation, it was determined that certain Central Boiler data, kept in the normal course of business, may have been accessed without authorization. The company has been conducting a thorough review of the impacted files to identify which specific customer data was compromised. Although the review process is ongoing, Central Boiler decided to notify potentially affected parties as a precautionary measure.
While there is no evidence of attempted or actual misuse of the compromised information, the breach has led to potential exposure of customer data, and individuals have been notified about the incident.
When Did This Breach Occur?
- Breach Date: Between July 23, 2025, and August 1, 2025
- Breach Discovery Date: September 12, 2025
The breach remained undetected for several weeks, and the company only learned of the unauthorized access on August 1, 2025, after the cyberattack occurred. The notification to affected individuals came over a month later, on September 12, 2025.
What Information Was Breached?
The compromised data includes personal information that was in Central Boiler’s possession as part of its business operations. The specific information that may have been exposed includes:
- First and last names
- Sensitive data elements (exact details of the data were not disclosed but may include information such as contact details, account information, or financial data)
While the breach did not provide evidence of misuse of this information, it is still critical for affected individuals to take action to protect their personal data.
What You Can Do
If you believe your data was impacted by the Central Boiler, Inc. data breach, here are steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Regularly check your bank and credit card statements for any unauthorized transactions or suspicious activity.
- Enroll in Complimentary Credit Monitoring: Central Boiler is offering 12 to 24 months of free online credit monitoring services through Epiq. You must activate this service on your own, and instructions for enrollment are provided in the notice.
- Review Your Credit History: Regularly check your credit report to monitor for any unusual activity or new accounts opened in your name.
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any unauthorized transactions or accounts, contact your financial institution immediately. Additionally, you can report suspicious activity to the authorities.
- Take Advantage of Additional Resources: Follow the enclosed “Steps You Can Take to Help Protect Your Information” for more tools to safeguard your personal data and prevent identity theft.
