At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Shoe Show data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cybersecurity incident at Shoe Show, which may have affected as many as 12,856 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.
A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office states that the Shoe Show data breach occurred due to an unauthorized party gaining access to a Shoe Show employee's email account. The unauthorized party had access to the employee's email account between June 28, 2024 and July 6, 2024, including emails and attachments containing confidential information belonging to certain individuals. Data breach letters were sent out by Shoe Show on October 9, 2024 informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.
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Shoe Show, Inc., a prominent footwear retailer headquartered in Concord, North Carolina, has established a strong presence in the industry under multiple brand identities. With a diverse portfolio of brands, including Shoe Show, Shoe Dept., Shoe Dept. Encore, Shoebilee!, Burlington Shoes, and Shoe Show Mega, the company has successfully catered to a wide range of consumer preferences. The company has an extensive network of over 1,200 stores spanning 47 states, Shoe Show, Inc. has solidified its position as a leading player in the footwear retail sector, offering customers a comprehensive selection of products and a convenient shopping experience across the United States.
How do you know that you were affected by the Shoe Show 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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