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PRC-Saltillo Data Breach

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Sep 14, 2024 2:30:00 PM

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

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Attorney General of Massachusetts states that the PRC-Saltillo data breach occurred due to a cyber security attack that was discovered on August 21, 2024 after the company determined there was suspicious activity within its computer network. PRC-Saltillo launched an investigation that confirmed that between August 13, 2024 and August 21, 2024 an unauthorized party accessed its computer network and copied files and folders containing confidential information. PRC-Saltillo reviewed the files to determine which consumers were impacted and what information was compromised. Data breach letters were sent out by PRC-Saltillo on September 12, 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 PRC-Saltillo 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.

 

PRC-Saltillo Overview

Located in Wooster, Ohio, PRC-Saltillo develops speech-generating apps, devices and innovative Augmentative and Alternative Communication (“AAC”) language systems which are designed to give individuals with complex communication disorders the ability to express themselves.

 

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

How do you know that you were affected by the PRC-Saltillo 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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