Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI) reported a data breach to the Attorney General of California after discovering suspicious activity within its computer network. Following this, CPI launched an investigation to understand the nature of the incident. The investigation revealed that unauthorized third parties potentially accessed sensitive personal information between September 12 and September 23, 2024. However, CPI has not publicly disclosed the exact types of personal information that may have been exposed.
CPI began a review of the affected data to determine what information was compromised and to identify impacted individuals.
The personal information that could have been exposed includes a wide range of sensitive data, such as names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and financial account details. Additionally, other types of sensitive data such as medical and health insurance information, biometric data, and genetic information might also have been compromised. These details are typically protected under state laws that require companies to notify affected individuals if such information is exposed.
On April 8, 2025, CPI’s data breach notification process began, with Eisner Advisory Group mailing letters to those impacted. Affected individuals were provided with information about the specific types of sensitive data involved and offered complimentary credit monitoring services. The breach notice aims to ensure that individuals take necessary precautions to prevent identity theft or further misuse of their personal information.
CPI has made efforts to mitigate the damage by offering resources for monitoring potential misuse.
Chatsworth Products, Inc. is an IT service provider based in Simi Valley, California, founded in 1991. The company offers a wide array of IT infrastructure products and services to businesses, including rack systems, power management, cable management, and security solutions. With over 200 employees, CPI continues to serve businesses in various industries, providing critical infrastructure products designed to enhance operational efficiency and security. The company is taking steps to improve its security measures following this breach.
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