Digital Trust, a financial service provider based in Nevada, recently reported a data breach to the New Hampshire Attorney General. The breach occurred on or about March 1, 2024, when Digital Trust experienced a network disruption that impacted certain computer systems. Following the incident, an investigation revealed that an unauthorized SIM swap may have compromised sensitive personal information stored in the company’s systems.
The investigation conducted by Digital Trust aimed to determine the nature of the breach, the information affected, and the individuals impacted. On August 1, 2024, the company completed its review but did not publicly disclose the specific types of personal information that may have been exposed. However, under state reporting guidelines, personal information potentially compromised could include names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and financial account details.
On August 21, 2024, Digital Trust began notifying impacted individuals by mailing data breach notification letters. These letters included details on the specific types of sensitive information affected and offered complimentary credit monitoring services to help protect those potentially at risk.
Digital Trust, which operates under the name Kingdom Trust, was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The company specializes in technology-driven self-directed retirement accounts and provides solutions for the custodial and financial services sector, including investments in cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets.
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