At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Makai data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Makai, which may have affected numerous individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.
A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's website states that the Makai data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident. According to the filing, the breach was detected on January 28, 2025, when Makai discovered unauthorized access to confidential information in the company's possession.
The details surrounding the security incident remain limited at this time. It has not been confirmed whether the unauthorized access directly affected Makai's own systems or whether the breach occurred through one of the company's vendors or service providers. Regardless of the exact entry point, the investigation confirmed that sensitive data maintained by Makai was compromised.
The exposed information includes sensitive personal identifiers, specifically:
These data elements present risks for identity theft and various forms of fraud when accessed by unauthorized parties. While the specific combination of data elements varies by individual, the potential for misuse of this information remains serious for all affected persons.
Data breach letters were sent out by Makai on February 4, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and the specific categories of personal information that may have been exposed during the breach.
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.
Makai LLC operates as a technology services provider specializing in delivering solutions to government entities and commercial clients. The company focuses on several key technical service areas including systems engineering integration, managed network services, and custom application development.
The organization maintains significant contracts with various branches of the United States Department of Defense, providing technical support for critical systems and infrastructure. Their government sector work encompasses assisting the U.S. Air Force with cloud migration initiatives and implementing cybersecurity enhancements for U.S. Marine Corps systems.
Among Makai's technical offerings is a proprietary technology identified as the Hardened Operational Networking Unit (HONU), which is designed to facilitate rapid deployment and adaptable network solutions across various operational environments. This technology represents part of their specialized offerings for clients with specific network requirements.
Beyond their core technical services, Makai provides business consulting focused on organizational efficiency and process optimization. These consulting services aim to help clients improve operational effectiveness through systematic improvements and workflow enhancements.
With more than 25 employees and generating approximately $5 million in annual revenue, Makai represents a specialized service provider in the technology sector. The company operates primarily in the government contracting space while also maintaining commercial client relationships for their technical and consulting services.
How do you know that you were affected by the Makai 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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