The Public Interest Law Center, dedicated to advancing civil, social, and economic rights in Philadelphia, recently experienced a data security incident. On May 2, 2024, the organization discovered that its systems had been compromised, potentially exposing personal data such as Social Security numbers. This breach has prompted the Law Center to take immediate action to secure its systems and ensure that only authorized personnel have access.
In response to the incident, the Public Interest Law Center has implemented enhanced security measures to protect its data and systems. They have also confirmed that they re-secured access to their systems to prevent further unauthorized access. The organization is committed to safeguarding the information it maintains and has notified individuals potentially affected by the breach.
While the Law Center does not currently believe that the exposed data was targeted or stolen for fraudulent use, individuals are advised to monitor their financial statements for any unusual activity. Additionally, the Law Center encourages those who suspect identity theft to follow guidance provided by the IRS and review their personal information for any signs of misuse.
To assist affected individuals, the Public Interest Law Center is offering free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for two years. They recommend that individuals review the information provided in their notification letter for steps on how to enroll in these services and further protect their personal information.
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