Set Forth Data Breach Exposes 1.5 million Consumers to Identity Theft Featured
Set Forth’s failure to adequately secure network according to FTC guidelines enabled cyberattack that exposed personal identifying information of 1.5 million consumers.
A class action lawsuit was recently filed after Set Forth, Inc. (“Set Forth”) disclosed on November 8th that it suffered a data breach back in May 2024 that compromised the sensitive personal data of 1.5 million consumers.This data breach has led to concerns over the security of sensitive personal information entrusted to Set Forth.
About Set Forth Inc.
Set Forth provides online account administration services to consumers enrolled in debt relief programs. In addition to providing consumer services, Set Forth has relationships with business-to-business partners such as Centrex, Inc. (“Centrex”).
What Happened?
According to the Notice of Data Security Incident, on May 21, 2024, Set Forth became aware of a security incident on its IT Network. As a result, it launched an investigation with the assistance of forensic specialists to determine the nature of the incident.The investigation determined that personal information related to its consumers may have been accessed during the incident.
What Information Was Stolen?
Based on the investigation, the following information related to potentially impacted individuals may have been subject to unauthorized access:
- full name;
- address;
- date of birth;
- Social Security number.
What is Set Forth Doing To Protect My Identity?
According to the November 8th notice being mailed to affected customers, after the incident, Set Forth deployed enhanced endpoint monitoring software, performed a global password reset, and implemented additional security controls to prevent any similar re-occurrence.
In addition to these measures, Set Forth are offering identity theft protection services through Cyberscout for 12 months.
What Can Hackers Do With My Information?
Stolen PII and PHI can be used to commit identity theft, open new credit accounts, make unauthorized purchases or obtain loans. Cybercriminals have recently targeted America’s essential industries and in so doing have forced millions of Americans to face the fallout from these attacks.
Leaked or stolen data can be sold on the dark web forums and may be used for fraud and medical identity theft, a type of fraud, where threat actors use stolen information to submit forged claims to insurers.
Clients affected by the breach are exposed to a heightened and imminent risk of fraud and identity theft. They must now and in the future closely monitor their financial accounts to guard against identity theft and fraud.
If you receive a data breach notification from Set Forth it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options at no cost to you. For more information, please review these recommendations.
Protect Your Identity. Join the Set Forth Data Breach Class Action.
The lawsuit alleges that Set Forth breached its duties under common law and the Federal Trade Commission Act to implement reasonable security measures, comply with industry standards and federal data-security regulations, encrypt sensitive data, and provide adequate and timely notice of the breach.
If you receive a notification letter from Set Forth, you are at permanent risk of identity theft and the devastating financial and legal consequences that go along with it.
You may be eligible to participate in a class action lawsuit to recover compensation for loss of privacy, time spent dealing with the breach, out-of-pocket costs, and more.
The lawsuit looks to cover anyone in the USA whose private information was compromised by the breach announced by Set Forth on November 8th, 2024.
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