Zenith American Solutions Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Zenith American Solutions data breach. This data breach was disclosed following an email phishing attack at Zenith American Solutions, which resulted in unauthorized access to highly sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office states that the Zenith American Solutions data breach occurred due to an email phishing attack that compromised an employee's email account. The incident was discovered on September 6, 2024, when the company detected unauthorized access to the account. Upon discovery of the breach, the company implemented immediate security measures, including securing the affected account, resetting credentials, and requiring additional phishing prevention training. They also engaged cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement. An investigation was launched that confirmed that the compromised information includes:

• names,
• dates of birth,
• Social Security numbers,
• birth certificates,
• marriage certificates,
• and financial information.

Data breach letters were sent out by Zenith American Solutions on January 28, 2025, 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 Zenith American Solutions data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Zenith American Solutions
   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.

Zenith American Solutions Overview

Zenith American Solutions operates as a third-party administrator (TPA) based in Las Vegas, Nevada. The organization specializes in benefits administration services across multiple sectors, handling both public and private sector programs. Their operational scope includes administration of health and welfare plans, pension management, and regulatory compliance services for multi-employer trust funds and corporate benefits programs. With approximately 1,500 employees and annual revenue of $300 million, Zenith American Solutions manages benefits administration for various organizations throughout the United States.

Zenith American Solutions Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Zenith American Solutions 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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