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Gloves Holdings Data Breach Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Nov 8, 2024 4:30:00 PM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Gloves Holdings, LP dba Protective Industrial Products data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Gloves Holdings, which may have affected an undetermined number of individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Vermont Attorney General's office states that the Protective Industrial Products data breach occurred due to unauthorized access to their computer network, during which confidential files were copied by the intruders. An investigation was launched that confirmed the compromised information includes:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers
  • Driver's license numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Gloves Holdings on November 5, 2024, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.

 

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

  1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Gloves Holdings data breach
  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible

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.

 

Gloves Holdings, LP Overview

Gloves Holdings, LP, operating as Protective Industrial Products, is a manufacturer and retailer of industrial safety equipment headquartered in Latham, New York. Specializing in protective gloves and other safety gear for industrial applications, the company has built a substantial presence in the market. With a workforce exceeding 1,700 employees and annual revenue of approximately $1 billion, PIP has established itself as a significant player in the industrial safety equipment sector.

 

Gloves Holdings, LP Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Gloves Holdings 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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