Landmark Admin, a life insurance company based in Brownwood, Texas, has disclosed a significant data breach affecting an unspecified number of individuals. The breach, detected on May 13, 2024, involved unauthorized access to specific files containing extensive personal and sensitive information. This includes details such as names, addresses, Social Security numbers, medical information, and insurance policy numbers.
The company has begun notifying affected individuals through mail about the specific information compromised in the breach. Despite the notification process starting approximately three weeks ago, Landmark Admin has not disclosed the exact number of individuals impacted, citing an ongoing investigation into the breach’s scope.
In response to the breach, Landmark Admin has notified relevant authorities, including the Maine Attorney General’s Office and Massachusetts’ Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. Meanwhile, impacted individuals are advised to remain vigilant against potential identity theft and fraud by monitoring their financial accounts and reviewing credit reports regularly.
The incident has already prompted legal scrutiny, with at least one law firm announcing an investigation into Landmark Admin concerning the breach. As the investigation continues, the company emphasizes the importance of proactive monitoring and caution among affected individuals to mitigate potential risks arising from the compromised data.
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