PEER Consultants, P.C., recently reported a data breach to the Attorney General of Vermont, revealing that sensitive personal information from their systems may have been compromised. The breach was discovered on February 7, 2024, following suspicious activity within their network, prompting an immediate investigation to assess the nature of the incident.
The investigation uncovered that unauthorized access to sensitive personal data occurred between January 18, 2024, and February 7, 2024. PEER has been reviewing the data to determine what specific information was exposed and identifying the individuals affected by the breach. The compromised information potentially includes names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or state ID numbers, and passport numbers.
PEER, a Washington D.C.-based environmental engineering consulting firm established in 1978, provides a range of services including water supply planning, design, and implementation, as well as regulatory and public policy solutions. With multiple locations across the United States and international offices, PEER employs over 100 individuals.
The company is now focused on informing affected individuals and enhancing their data security measures to prevent future breaches. The breach highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity practices to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.
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