Data Breach Summary
Lang Management Company, a property management firm, has reported a data security incident that may have exposed the personal information of individuals. The breach, discovered on September 9, 2024, was the result of an unauthorized third party gaining access to an employee’s email account. The company has since launched a full investigation to assess the scope of the breach.
The breach occurred between September 9 and September 16, 2024, when the unauthorized actor gained access to certain emails within the employee’s account. Upon discovery, Lang Management Company immediately took action to secure the email account and enlisted the help of a third-party cybersecurity firm to investigate the breach and confirm the security of its systems.
After a comprehensive review, it was determined that personal information may have been exposed, although the company has not yet confirmed the specific data involved. As of now, no evidence has been found that any data has been misused.
In response to the incident, the company is offering affected individuals 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Kroll, a leading provider of risk mitigation and response services.
The company believes that the breach may have impacted the following types of personal information:
Names
Social Security numbers
Financial data (if applicable)
Other personal details that may have been contained in the affected emails
The company is notifying those who may have been impacted and providing guidance on how to protect themselves.
If you were impacted by this breach, Lang Management Company recommends taking the following steps to protect your personal and financial information:
Enroll in the free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by the company.
Monitor your financial accounts for any unusual activity or unauthorized transactions.
Change passwords for any other accounts that may share similar login credentials.
Place fraud alerts or freezes with the major credit bureaus to prevent unauthorized access to your credit.
Be cautious of phishing emails or phone calls that may attempt to exploit the breach.
If you received a notification about the breach, you may want to explore your legal options. Lang Management Company responsibility to protect sensitive patient data has potentially exposed individuals to identity theft and other risks. You could be eligible to join a class action lawsuit against Lang Management Company for damages caused by the breach.
To determine if you qualify for the class action lawsuit or need further legal support, contact Class Action U for a free consultation. Our legal experts can help you navigate the next steps and ensure that your voice is heard in the fight for justice and accountability.
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