City of Miami Beach Data Breach

The City of Miami Beach recently experienced a data breach impacting the privacy of certain utility customers’ personal information. On September 3, 2024, the City of Miami Beach discovered that an archive folder containing customer information was mistakenly placed in a publicly accessible folder within their document management system. Upon learning of the incident, the City immediately removed the folder from public access, secured the data, and launched an investigation. Although there is no evidence of unauthorized access, the City of Miami Beach could not completely rule out the possibility and is notifying affected individuals as a precaution. Individuals impacted by the breach are being offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for a year through Cyberscout . The city has reinforced security measures and urged affected individuals to be cautious and monitor their accounts for any suspicious activity.

What Information Was Involved?

The data potentially exposed in this incident includes personal information such as names, addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, Social Security numbers, and medical information.

How to Know if You Have Been Affected

If you have received a notification from the City of Miami Beach regarding this breach, your personal information may have been compromised. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, can assist affected individuals in exploring compensation options. Contact Class Action U today to learn more about your rights and start the claims process