Youth and Shelter Services has issued a notice regarding a recent cybersecurity event that may have compromised sensitive information belonging to certain individuals. Although the organization is not aware of any actual or attempted misuse of this information, it is taking the matter seriously by informing potentially affected individuals. The notice outlines the incident, the organization’s response, and the steps that individuals can take to protect themselves.
In September 2023, Youth and Shelter Services detected suspicious activity on its computer network, leading to the discovery that certain system functions were rendered inaccessible due to a malware attack. The organization promptly secured its network, launched an investigation into the scope of the incident, and notified law enforcement. The investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred between September 3 and September 4, 2023, with the possibility that certain data was accessed or taken from their systems.
The organization conducted a comprehensive review and identified that the files involved could include sensitive information related to both current and former employees and clients. This data varies by individual and includes personal identifiers such as names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial account details, medical histories, health insurance information, and government-issued identification numbers. Due to the sensitivity of this information, Youth and Shelter Services is notifying affected individuals and offering complimentary credit monitoring services.
To ensure transparency and compliance, the organization is also informing state and federal regulators about the incident. In addition to notifying individuals whose information may have been compromised, they have reviewed and updated their security policies to prevent similar incidents in the future. Youth and Shelter Services encourages individuals to remain vigilant against potential identity theft or fraud, to monitor their credit reports and account statements for unusual activity, and to utilize the resources available to them under U.S. law to protect their personal information.
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