Amalgamated Sugar has reported a recent data breach. The company informed Vermont’s Attorney General. Sensitive personal identifiable information was involved in this. Information in its care may have been accessed. Amalgamated Sugar became aware of an incident. This occurred on February 5, 2025. The incident directly involved its computer network. As a result, an investigation was quickly launched. This investigation aimed to determine the incident’s nature. It later confirmed unauthorized access to sensitive data.
This access was gained by an unknown individual.
The company’s investigation confirmed sensitive PII access. This access was by an unauthorized third party. The breach impacted information held within their systems. Following this, Amalgamated Sugar began a data review. This review aimed to find what information was affected. It also sought to identify all individuals impacted. The specific type of information compromised varies. This depends on the individual affected by the breach. However, potentially exposed data types are serious. This includes individuals’ full names. Critically, their Social Security numbers were also exposed.
This raises concerns about identity theft for victims.
On May 28, 2025, official notices were sent out. Amalgamated Sugar started informing affected individuals. The breach notice sent to Vermont residents detailed this. It outlined the company’s ongoing response efforts. Affected individuals will receive a specific list. This list details their own impacted sensitive information. Additionally, the company is offering further support. Complimentary credit monitoring services will be provided. This service aims to help protect the victims. It will help them monitor for potential fraud. This support is offered for a set period.
Amalgamated Sugar Company is primarily based in Idaho. It is a major sugar production and processing firm. The company also actively manufactures various sugar products. It was originally founded a long time ago, in 1897. Amalgamated Sugar specializes in processing sugar beets. It refines these sugar beets into finished sugar. Its corporate headquarters are located in Boise, Idaho. The company employs a significant number of people. Over 700 individuals currently work for Amalgamated Sugar. This data breach affects a long-standing American company.
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