On July 19, 2024, Shorenstein Realty Services, L.P. (Shorenstein Properties) filed a data breach notice with the Attorney General of Massachusetts. The company discovered unauthorized access to confidential information, including sensitive consumer details such as names and Social Security numbers. Following the breach, Shorenstein began notifying individuals whose data was compromised.
The breach’s exact cause remains unclear as the company’s initial filing provides limited information. Shorenstein was informed about the incident by the IRS and promptly launched an investigation. The company aims to understand how the breach occurred and whether further unauthorized access to their data might have taken place.
In response to the breach, Shorenstein reviewed the affected files to identify the compromised information and notify those impacted. The breach potentially exposed various personal details, including names and Social Security numbers, depending on the individual. Shorenstein is now sending data breach notification letters to all affected individuals.
Shorenstein Realty Services, L.P., based in San Francisco, California, is a private real estate firm investing in office and mixed-use properties across the U.S. The company operates several notable properties and employs over 300 people. Shorenstein is committed to addressing the breach and enhancing its security measures.
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