On December 28, 2024, Gossett Motor Cars detected a data security incident involving unauthorized attempts to access their network. Following this discovery, they took immediate action to secure their systems and launched an investigation to assess any potential unauthorized access. By January 21, 2025, the forensic investigation revealed that personal information, such as names, mailing addresses, and Social Security numbers, may have been compromised, although no misuse or identity theft has been reported.
In response to the breach, Gossett Motor Cars has enhanced its network security and reviewed internal policies to better safeguard personal data.
They are offering affected individuals access to credit monitoring services, which will notify them of any changes to their credit file for 12 months. These services are provided free of charge as a precautionary measure.
Additionally, the company has partnered with Cyberscout, a TransUnion company, to provide proactive fraud assistance. This service aims to support individuals who may have questions or require help in case of identity theft or fraud incidents. The company has emphasized its ongoing commitment to protecting employee data and privacy through these enhanced measures.
As of the latest update, Gossett Motor Cars has not received reports of related identity theft or fraud connected to this incident. However, they continue to monitor the situation and will notify individuals if any further data breaches occur or if their personal information is misused.
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