One Point HR Solutions Data Breach Affects Exposes Sensitive Info

On September 6, 2024, One Point HR Solutions sent letters about a significant data breach to affected individuals. The breach was publicly disclosed on September 11, 2024. This incident has compromised sensitive personal information, impacting 1,689 individuals in Texas and 6 individuals in Massachusetts.

The breach involved unauthorized access to a variety of personal data, including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, government-issued ID numbers (such as passports and state ID cards), financial information (such as account numbers, credit or debit card numbers), medical information, and health insurance information. The exact method of how the data was stolen has not been disclosed, but the exposure of such a wide array of sensitive information suggests a severe breach.

For more details, you can view the disclosure on the Texas Attorney General's website.

One Point's Response

In response to the breach, One Point HR Solutions has taken steps to mitigate potential harm to affected individuals. The company is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX. Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in these services to protect their personal information from misuse. Enrollment can be done by visiting IDX's enrollment page and using the provided enrollment code. Additionally, the company has notified affected individuals via U.S. Mail.

Steps for Affected Individuals

If you believe you have been affected by this data breach, it is crucial to take immediate action to protect your personal information:

1. Enroll in Credit Monitoring Services: Utilize the complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by One Point HR Solutions. This will help you monitor any suspicious activity related to your credit.
2. Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly check your financial accounts and credit reports for any unauthorized transactions or changes. You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Visit Annual Credit Report to request your reports.
3. Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file to warn creditors to take additional steps to verify your identity before extending credit. Alternatively, a credit freeze can prevent creditors from accessing your credit report, making it harder for identity thieves to open accounts in your name.
4. Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any signs of identity theft, report it immediately to the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov and consider filing a police report.
5. Contact Credit Bureaus: For further protection, you can contact the three major credit reporting bureaus to place a fraud alert or credit freeze: