Posted On March 24, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
March 24 – The Forum Communications 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 Forum Communications data breach resulted in the sensitive personal information of certain individuals being compromised. It is believed to have impacted as many as 28,830 individuals.
According to the Maine Attorney General’s website, Forum Communications reported a data breach after they detected unauthorized access to their computer network. The company discovered that an unauthorized party had infiltrated its systems and potentially accessed confidential consumer information. In response to this discovery, Forum Communications initiated an investigation to determine the scope and nature of the security incident.
Through their investigation, the company determined that the unauthorized party had access to certain files containing sensitive consumer information on their computer network between January 14, 2025, and January 31, 2025 – a period of approximately two weeks.
Following the discovery of compromised files, Forum Communications conducted a thorough review to identify what specific information had been exposed and which individuals were affected by the breach. On March 19, 2025, Forum Communications sent out data breach letters to those individuals whose information was affected by the breach. These personalized letters should provide recipients with detailed information about what specific personal data of theirs was exposed in the incident.
Forum Communications Company operates as a multimedia news and information organization headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota. The company maintains a significant presence across the Upper Midwest region through its diverse media holdings and services.
Founded as a newspaper publisher, Forum Communications has expanded to include multiple media channels including daily and weekly newspapers, television broadcast stations, radio outlets, digital news platforms, and commercial printing services. Their flagship publication, The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead, serves as one of the primary news sources for the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area.
The company’s operations extend across North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota. With approximately 1,000 employees, Forum Communications generates an estimated annual revenue of $286 million. As a regional employer and information provider, the company serves communities across multiple states through its various media properties and services.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Forum Communications 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 Forum Communications 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.
