UPDATED: January 10, 2025

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists Data Breach

Data Breach Summary

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists

Who Was Affected

Not specified

Impacted Data

First, name, last name, address, telephone number, employee ID, social security number

Date of Breach

October 18, 2024

Have you been affected by Heavy Construction Systems Specialists's data breach?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office reveals that the Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, LLC experienced a data breach resulting from a cybersecurity incident. On October 18, 2024, Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, detected unauthorized activity on its systems, which was later confirmed to be the result of a ransomware attack. Upon discovering the breach, the company took immediate action, launching an investigation with the help of top cybersecurity experts to determine the extent of the damage and identify the compromised data.

The investigation revealed that a cybercriminal had gained access to certain systems and may have obtained a copy of files containing personal information belonging to some current and former employees. The breach occurred as part of a targeted ransomware attack that disrupted company operations temporarily.

Although there is currently no evidence to suggest that identity theft or fraud has occurred due to this incident, individuals linked to Heavy Construction Systems Specialists are encouraged to take precautions. To minimize potential risks, it is advisable to regularly monitor financial statements, update passwords, and remain vigilant against unsolicited communications, such as phishing attempts. For additional guidance on safeguarding your information following a data breach, we encourage you to review this resource on responding to data breaches and the proactive steps you can take to protect yourself.

What Information Was Involved?

The compromised data includes sensitive personal information, which may include:

First name
Last name
Address
Telephone number
Employee ID
Social Security number

How to Know if You Were Affected

If you received a data breach notification from Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Heavy Construction Systems Specialists 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 Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, 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.