Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions, discovered on April 30, 2024, that a data breach had occurred. During a mandatory exchange of unclaimed property information with the State of California, personal details, including full names and Social Security numbers, were inadvertently disclosed to an unauthorized individual on March 22, 2024. Although the exact number of affected individuals is currently unknown, Paychex has reported the incident to the California attorney general and is preparing to send out notices to those potentially impacted.
The compromised data includes sensitive information such as full names and Social Security numbers. Recognizing the seriousness of this breach, Paychex has taken immediate steps to mitigate any potential harm. The company is offering one year of complimentary Credit Monitoring, CyberScan Monitoring, and Complete Recovery Services through IDX to those affected. These services are designed to help protect individuals from identity theft and fraud, providing peace of mind in the wake of the incident.
In addition to providing credit monitoring services, Paychex has enclosed a document titled “Protecting Your Information” with detailed steps individuals can take to safeguard their personal data. The company urges affected individuals to take advantage of the provided services and to remain vigilant by regularly reviewing financial account statements, explanation of benefits, and credit reports for any fraudulent or irregular activity.
