Posted On December 24, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
December 24 – The Colonial Surety Company data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the company was targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The Colonial Surety Company data breach resulted in unauthorized access to names and Social Security numbers of certain individuals being compromised.
According to the Massachusetts Attorney General filing, Colonial Surety Company reported a data breach after they were targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The incident occurred on May 2, 2024, when unauthorized actors gained access to portions of Colonial Surety Company’s computer network. Following the discovery, the company initiated an investigation with external cybersecurity experts to assess the scope and impact of the breach.
The investigation, concluded on December 6, 2024, confirmed that sensitive consumer data was accessed during the May 2 incident. On December 19, 2024, Colonial Surety Company sent out data breach letters to affected individuals, detailing the specific information that was compromised in the security incident.
Founded in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, Colonial Surety Company is a national provider of insurance and surety bond solutions. The company specializes in serving diverse client needs, from individual professionals to large businesses, offering comprehensive bonding and insurance services. Their product portfolio includes contractor bonds, fidelity bonds, court bonds, and specialized insurance solutions for fiduciaries and retirement plan professionals.
What sets Colonial Surety apart is their approach to insurance services, featuring digital platforms that enable customers to secure bonds and insurance coverage through streamlined online processes. With approximately 50 employees and an annual revenue of $25 million, Colonial Surety Company combines traditional insurance expertise with modern technological solutions.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Colonial Surety Company data breach to determine what damages they sustained and what compensation may be available to them. If you recently received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH from Colonial Surety Company and would like a free consultation, contact the Console & Associates, P.C. law firm at (866) 778-5500 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential contact form.
