Langer & Langer discovered unusual activity in an employee’s email account on January 20, 2024. Immediate actions were taken to secure the system, including launching an internal investigation and involving third-party cybersecurity specialists. It was determined that unauthorized access occurred between November 30, 2023, and January 20, 2024. The investigation, which concluded on June 5, 2024, involved reviewing the contents of the affected account to identify individuals potentially impacted by the breach.
The information at risk includes first and last names in combination with other sensitive details from the compromised email account. Langer & Langer has notified those whose information may have been affected.
In response to the incident, the company changed account passwords, reviewed internal policies, and offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to those potentially impacted. These measures aim to protect affected individuals from fraud or identity theft.
The firm advises recipients to remain vigilant by monitoring their credit reports and account statements for any unusual activity. If suspicious activity is detected, individuals are encouraged to contact their financial institutions immediately. Additional resources and instructions for protecting personal information have been provided.
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