Data Breach Summary
ChurchShield, a provider of accounting, tax, and payroll services to churches, recently discovered a security incident that may have exposed personal information for individuals affiliated with their services. The breach occurred between August 26, 2023, and September 14, 2023, and affected personal data held by the organization. The breach prompted an immediate investigation, with ChurchShield consulting outside cybersecurity experts to evaluate the extent of the damage and to identify any compromised data. ChurchShield is offering complimentary credit monitoring services through Equifax® Credit WatchTM Gold.
Individuals associated with ChurchShield , are advised to remain vigilant for any suspicious activity related to their personal information. Monitoring financial statements, changing passwords, and being cautious of phishing attempts are recommended steps to protect against potential misuse of compromised data. To learn more about protecting yourself after such incidents, here is a guide on responding to a data breach and how you can take action.
What Information Was Involved?
The compromised information varied but may include:
How to Know if You Were Affected
If you received a data breach notification from ChurchShield, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the ChurchShield, data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:
A successful case could also compel ChurchShield, 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.
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