Posted On December 10, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
December 10 – The Highgate Hotels, L.P. 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 Highgate Hotels data breach resulted in the exposure of highly sensitive personal information, including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, state identification numbers, financial account information, passport numbers, health information, and health insurance information of certain individuals being compromised.
According to the filing with the Attorney General of Maine, Highgate Hotels reported a data breach after discovering suspicious activity within their computer network on March 25, 2024. The investigation revealed two distinct security incidents: first, an unauthorized party accessed and acquired files from the company’s system between March 25-26, 2024. Additionally, several employee email accounts were compromised during a longer period spanning from December 28, 2023 to April 4, 2024.
Highgate took immediate steps to contain the incident, notified law enforcement, and enlisted cybersecurity experts to conduct a thorough investigation. After completing their review of the compromised files on September 25, 2024, Highgate Hotels sent out data breach letters on December 6, 2024, to all individuals whose information was affected by the breach.
Highgate Hotels, L.P. operates in the hospitality industry since its founding in 1988. Headquartered in New York City, the company has built a diverse portfolio of properties spanning multiple continents, including locations throughout the United States, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Europe.
The company’s business model extends beyond traditional hotel management, encompassing both operational expertise and strategic investment capabilities. With their dedicated investment arm, Highgate actively sources and executes hotel investment opportunities, demonstrating their understanding of the hospitality market. This dual approach has enabled them to grow into a significant industry player, employing over 2,000 professionals and generating approximately $260 million in annual revenue.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Highgate Hotels 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 Highgate Hotels 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.
