The Pike School, based in Andover, Massachusetts, is notifying individuals about a recent security incident that involved the unauthorized access of personal information. The incident was identified around February 29, 2024, when it was discovered that a former employee had improperly accessed or acquired certain information. An investigation conducted with the help of third-party professionals confirmed that this breach included full names and Social Security numbers of affected individuals.
The investigation revealed no evidence of malicious intent from the former employee concerning identity theft or fraud. However, The Pike School is taking precautionary steps to ensure the safety of the affected individuals’ personal information. To mitigate potential risks, the school is offering complimentary identity theft protection services provided by IDX.
IDX’s services include 24 months of credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy, and comprehensive identity theft recovery services. This protection aims to help individuals resolve any issues should their identity be compromised due to the incident.
The Pike School emphasizes its commitment to safeguarding personal information and continues to implement measures to enhance its data security practices. The school assures that protecting privacy remains a top priority, and it will keep monitoring and improving its security protocols.
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