Data Breach Summary
On May 2, 2024, Colonial Surety Company (“CSC”) experienced a network security breach impacting certain operations. Upon detecting the issue, CSC launched a prompt investigation with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts. The extensive forensic and manual review confirmed the unauthorized acquisition of data. To safeguard against potential misuse of the exposed information, CSC is providing complimentary access to Experian IdentityWorksSM Credit 3B for one year.
Individuals associated with Colonial Surety Company, 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 affected data varied but may have included names, Social Security numbers, and other confidential information.
How to Know if You Were Affected
If you received a data breach notification from Colonial Surety Company, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the McMurry University, 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 Colonial Surety Company, 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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