On December 15, 2023, Chemonics International identified suspicious activity affecting certain user accounts, signaling a potential data breach. This incident impacted a total of 263,136 individuals, including 30 residents of Maine. The breach was classified as an external system hacking incident. The breach began on May 30, 2023, and persisted until its detection on January 9, 2024. Upon discovery, Chemonics swiftly initiated containment measures, including password resets, disabling affected accounts, and launching a comprehensive investigation with the assistance of cybersecurity experts. Law enforcement agencies were also notified and are actively involved.
The forensic investigation revealed that data was subject to unauthorized access. With the help of third-party eDiscovery experts, Chemonics undertook a detailed review of the compromised data to determine which individuals were affected. On October 31, 2024, the review confirmed the individuals whose personal information was impacted.
What Information Was Involved?
The breached data included sensitive information, such as names and other personal identifiers.
How to Know if You Were Affected
If you received a data breach notification from Chemonics International, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Chemonics International data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:
- Loss of privacy
- Time spent addressing the breach
- Out-of-pocket costs
- Emotional distress
A successful case could also compel Chemonics International to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.
