Posted On November 1, 2024 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
November 1 – The SelectBlinds 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 SelectBlinds data breach resulted in the sensitive information of certain individuals being compromised. It is believed to have impacted as many as 206,238 individuals.
According to the Maine Attorney General’s office, SelectBlinds identified a potential cybersecurity incident on September 28, 2024, which prompted an investigation. It was confirmed that the company had experienced an external system breach earlier in the year, which may indicate a hacking attempt. The investigation confirmed unauthorized access to confidential consumer information, though the specific types of data exposed have not been publicly disclosed in the filing. To address this serious security incident, SelectBlinds conducted a thorough review of the affected systems and compromised files. On October 31, 2024, SelectBlinds began sending out data breach notification letters to the more than 200,000 individuals whose information was affected by this security incident. These letters contain detailed information about the specific types of personal data that may have been compromised in the breach.
SelectBlinds is an internet retailer specializing in window coverings, including blinds and shades. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the company functions as a subsidiary of Hunter Douglas, a Dutch manufacturer of window treatments. With a focus on serving DIY homeowners, SelectBlinds employs more than 140 people and generates approximately $200 million in annual revenue through their online retail operations.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the SelectBlinds 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 SelectBlinds 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.
