Brinker Simpson & Company, LLC recently reported a data security incident involving some of their personal information. The company promptly initiated a thorough investigation with external cybersecurity professionals to address the breach. As of June 25, 2024, it was confirmed that an impacted email account contained personal data, although there is no evidence of financial fraud or identity theft linked to the breach.
Brinker Simpson has taken significant steps to address the incident and prevent future occurrences. They are offering affected individuals a complimentary 24-month membership in Equifax Complete™ Premier to help protect their personal information. The company also provided guidance on additional precautionary measures such as placing fraud alerts or security freezes on credit files and regularly monitoring financial accounts.
The company emphasizes their commitment to maintaining the privacy and security of personal information and has implemented several precautions to safeguard it. They are continuously evaluating and enhancing their practices and internal controls to better protect against future security incidents.
Brinker Simpson extends their apologies to those affected by the breach and assures that they are taking every measure to address the situation. They remain dedicated to protecting personal data and improving their security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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