The Association of Maryland Pilots recently disclosed a data breach involving personal information. The incident, which came to light on April 10, 2024, was caused by unauthorized access to an employee’s email account. A thorough investigation confirmed that some personal details, including names, were potentially exposed in the breach.
Following the discovery, Maryland Pilots engaged cybersecurity experts to assess and contain the breach. On June 17, 2024, the organization confirmed that personal information had been compromised and took steps to notify affected individuals. Additional security measures have been implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Maryland Pilots is offering complimentary identity protection services through IDX, including 12 months of credit monitoring, dark web monitoring, and a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy. These services are designed to help individuals resolve any issues related to identity theft and monitor their personal information for any signs of misuse.
Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in these free services by using the provided enrollment code either online or via phone. Maryland Pilots is committed to addressing the breach’s impact and ensuring the security of personal information moving forward.
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