Data Breach Summary
Southern Graphics Inc. (“SGS & Co.”), a global packaging and brand solutions provider, has disclosed a cybersecurity incident that exposed the personal information of tens of thousands of individuals. SGS & Co. confirmed that the incident was caused by an external system breach (hacking).
The breach, which occurred in November 2024, was not discovered until months later, raising concerns about the scope and sensitivity of the compromised data. According to the company’s report, a total of 31,480 people were impacted by the breach. Among them, 19 Maine residents were affected. Because the number of Maine residents did not exceed 1,000, notification to consumer reporting agencies was not required under state law.
The data exposed in the breach varied by individual but included highly sensitive personal and financial details. The compromised information may have involved:
Full names and contact details (phone numbers, email addresses, postal addresses)
Dates of birth
Government-issued identification (Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, passport numbers, taxpayer IDs, and in some cases, scanned copies of documents like military IDs or driver’s licenses)
Financial account numbers (including payroll-related data)
Medical and health insurance information
Employment-related records (salary, compensation details, evaluations)
Demographic information
In limited cases: usernames, email addresses, and passwords
Not every individual’s full range of data was exposed, but the breadth of categories raises serious risks of identity theft, financial fraud, and phishing attacks.
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 have received a data breach notification from Southern Graphics, you may be eligible for compensation through a class action lawsuit. Data breaches can cause substantial personal and financial harm, and holding the responsible parties accountable is crucial to ensuring justice for those affected.
If you’re unsure whether you have a case, we highly recommend contacting Class Action U for a free consultation. We partner with top-notch legal representation to navigate this complex process. Joining a class action can amplify your voice and help ensure that data breaches like this are taken seriously by corporate entities.
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 Southern Graphics, 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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