Data Privacy Violations at Keesal, Young & Logan Under Investigation
NEWTOWN, Pa., December 2, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP has initiated a probe into data privacy violations allegedly involving Keesal, Young & Logan (KYL), a law firm with a notable presence across the Western United States and the Pacific Rim. The firm reported suspicious activity on its network occurring between June 7 and June 13, 2024.
The investigation comes in response to KYL’s revelation of a network breach that was identified on or around June 13, 2024. The firm took immediate action to secure its systems once the suspicious activity was detected. An extensive follow-up investigation uncovered that an unidentified actor had successfully accessed KYL’s network during the aforementioned dates. As a result of this breach, sensitive personal information belonging to approximately 316,350 individuals may have been exposed. This includes critical data such as names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial account information, and individual taxpayer identification numbers.
In light of these findings, business owners and individuals alike are reminded of the importance of safeguarding their personal information. The potential misuse of compromised data poses a significant risk for identity theft and fraud. Businesses should encourage their employees to remain vigilant by closely monitoring account statements and checking credit reports for any indications of unauthorized activity. Legal avenues should also be considered to mitigate potential risks stemming from such breaches.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is actively exploring the possibility of filing a class action lawsuit aimed at securing legal remedies for those who may have been adversely affected by the KYL data breach. The law firm emphasizes the gravity of the situation and the need for accountability in addressing any harm that may have resulted from the unauthorized access of personal data.
Keesal, Young & Logan is headquartered in the United States, specifically operating offices in Long Beach, San Francisco, Seattle, Anchorage, and Hong Kong. This geographical presence underscores its capacity to serve businesses within a diverse range of industries.
In terms of cybersecurity, the breach highlights several potential tactics outlined in the MITRE ATT&CK framework that adversaries could be employing. Techniques such as initial access, persistence, and privilege escalation could have been integral to how the unauthorized actor infiltrated KYL’s network. Understanding these tactics is crucial for organizations as they enhance their defensive measures against similar attacks in the future.
For those seeking more information regarding the ongoing investigation or potential involvement in any legal action, contact details for Edelson Lechtzin LLP are provided. Marc H. Edelson, an attorney at the firm, can be reached directly at 844-696-7492 or via email at [email protected]. Additional resources and updates may be found at the firm’s website, www.edelson-law.com.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP operates nationally with offices in Pennsylvania and California, tackling a variety of issues beyond data breaches, including securities fraud and consumer protection. The firm reminds potential clients that this communication may be considered attorney advertising in certain jurisdictions, and no class has been certified in this matter as of now.
As businesses strive to bolster their cybersecurity defenses, awareness and proactive responses to data breaches like that of Keesal, Young & Logan become increasingly critical in an environment rife with cyber threats.
