BeyondTrust Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent BeyondTrust data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at BeyondTrust involving their remote support service used by the U.S. Treasury Department. While the number of affected individuals is currently unknown, the breach's connection to government systems raises concerns about its potential scope.

What Happened?

According to recent developments, BeyondTrust discovered that unauthorized actors gained access to a security key related to their cloud-based remote support service. On December 8, 2024, BeyondTrust notified the U.S. Treasury Department that this key allowed hackers to bypass security measures and access Treasury workstations, leading to unauthorized access of unclassified documents.

The U.S. Treasury has indicated evidence suggesting the involvement of a China state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actor in this attack. While no consumer data breach has been confirmed at this time, investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the security compromise.

No data breach notification letters have been sent yet, as the investigation has not confirmed whether consumer information was exposed. If the investigation reveals that personal information was compromised, BeyondTrust will be required to notify affected individuals.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the BeyondTrust data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from BeyondTrust
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

BeyondTrust Overview

Founded in Atlanta, Georgia, BeyondTrust develops and implements digital security technologies with a focus on access management and identity protection. The company's annual operations generate $315 million in revenue and support a workforce of 1,500 employees.

The organization structures its security offerings into three distinct divisions: endpoint security systems, privileged access controls, and identity verification platforms. These integrated solutions allow organizations to monitor and control access to sensitive information across distributed networks and cloud environments.

BeyondTrust's technology is currently utilized across multiple industries, with particular concentration in government agencies, healthcare institutions, and financial services companies. Their systems help these organizations control user permissions, meet industry compliance standards, and protect against unauthorized access to critical systems.

BeyondTrust Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the BeyondTrust data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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