Heavy Construction Systems Specialists

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Heavy Construction Systems Specialists data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a ransomware incident at Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, which exposed consumers’ first names, last names, addresses, telephone numbers, employee IDs, and Social Security numbers.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Attorney General of Massachusetts's office states that the Heavy Construction Systems Specialists data breach occurred due to a ransomware incident. The Heavy Construction Systems Specialists (HCSS) data breach was recently disclosed, with more details to follow. HCSS detected suspicious activity on October 18, 2024, linked to a ransomware attack. They secured their network, informed law enforcement, and began an investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts.

The investigation found that a cybercriminal accessed and possibly copied sensitive information of certain current and former employees. HCSS is reviewing the compromised data to determine what was leaked and who was impacted.

The compromised data includes:

• First and last names
• Addresses
• Phone numbers
• Employee IDs
• Social Security numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Heavy Construction Systems Specialists on December 18, 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
   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 Heavy Construction Systems Specialists data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Heavy Construction Systems Specialists
   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.

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists Overview

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists (HCSS), located in Sugar Land, Texas, is a provider of software solutions for the construction industry. Since its founding in 1986, HCSS has offered tools for project management, estimating, bidding, equipment maintenance, safety, and time tracking, helping construction companies increase efficiency and reduce costs. The company serves contractors across the U.S., employing about 400 people and generating roughly $84 million in annual revenue.

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Heavy Construction Systems Specialists 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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