Colonial Surety Company Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Colonial Surety Company data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Colonial Surety Company, which may have affected an undetermined number of individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General filing stated that Colonial Surety Company experienced a network security incident on May 2, 2024. The company worked with external cybersecurity experts to confirm that there was unauthorized access to sensitive files during their investigation, which concluded December 6, 2024. Colonial Surety Company reviewed the affected files and confirmed that the compromised information includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers

Data breach letters were sent by Colonial Surety Company on December 19, 2024, detailing the specific information exposed for each affected individual.

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 Colonial Surety Company data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Colonial Surety Company
   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.

Colonial Surety Company Overview

Colonial Surety Company, headquartered in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, operates as a national insurance and surety bond provider. Their portfolio includes contractor bonds, fidelity bonds, court bonds, and specialized insurance solutions for fiduciaries and retirement plan professionals. The company distinguishes itself through innovative digital platforms that streamline bond and insurance acquisition processes. With 50 employees and $25 million in annual revenue, Colonial Surety combines traditional insurance expertise with modern technological solutions to serve businesses, professionals, and individuals nationwide.

Colonial Surety Company Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Colonial Surety Company 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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