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Teamsters Local Union No. 174 data breach
We are taking claims for the Teamsters Local Union No. 174 data breach—an event which exposed sensitive data of countless individuals. If you interacted with Teamsters Local Union No. 174, your information was likely hacked by cybercriminals. That’s serious. They can open accounts in your name, file for your tax return, take your identity, contact your employer, mess up your credit, etc. If the Teamsters Local Union No. 174 data breach concerns you, take action. We can help you.
About Teamsters Local Union No. 174
Teamsters Local Union No. 174 is a labor union in Washington state, with members who work at Costco, Boeing, Swissport, Swire/Coca-Cola and more [1].
Teamsters Local 174 recently disclosed a data breach to the Washington state Attorney General’s office. According the the state Attorney General’s website, the breach exposed social security numbers and nearly 38,000 people are impacted [2].
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About Teamsters Local Union No. 174
Teamsters Local Union No. 174 is a labor union in Washington state, with members who work at Costco, Boeing, Swissport, Swire/Coca-Cola and more [1].
Teamsters Local 174 recently disclosed a data breach to the Washington state Attorney General’s office. According the the state Attorney General’s website, the breach exposed social security numbers and nearly 38,000 people are impacted [2].
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- Update Passwords: Change passwords and security questions for online accounts.
- Monitor Accounts: Regularly check statements and credit reports for signs of fraud.
- Request a Fraud Alert: Contact credit bureaus to add a temporary alert to your credit file.
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How Data Breaches Occur
Data breaches happen in various ways. Here’s a general overview of common methods:
- Phishing Attacks: Deceptive emails which trick authorized users into providing sensitive information like passwords to criminals.
- Malware: Malicious software, such as viruses or ransomware, is used to infiltrate systems and steal or encrypt data.
- Weak Passwords: Using easily guessable or outdated passwords make it easy for hackers to gain access.
- Unpatched Vulnerabilities: Failing to update software can leave known security gaps that attackers can exploit.
- Insider Threats: Employees or contractors with access to sensitive data may compromise security.
- Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information.
- Data/Device Theft: Physical theft of devices, such as laptops or external drives, which grant access.
How Data Breaches Occur
Data breaches happen in various ways. Here’s a general overview of common methods:
- Phishing Attacks: Deceptive emails which trick authorized users into providing sensitive information like passwords to criminals.
- Malware: Malicious software, such as viruses or ransomware, is used to infiltrate systems and steal or encrypt data.
- Weak Passwords: Using easily guessable or outdated passwords make it easy for hackers to gain access.
- Unpatched Vulnerabilities: Failing to update software can leave known security gaps that attackers can exploit.
- Insider Threats: Employees or contractors with access to sensitive data may compromise security.
- Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information.
- Data/Device Theft: Physical theft of devices, such as laptops or external drives, which grant access.
For more details and updates about data breaches, visit our Data Breach Center. People don’t take data breaches as seriously as they should. Don’t wait until your information is sold or used to make a phone call.
Additional resources include our Hacker Checker, the HIPAA Journal and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Let us direct you to the information you need.