Shoe Show Data Breach Affects 12,856 Individuals

hoe Show, a retailer with over 1,100 locations across 47 states, recently experienced a data breach that affected 12,856 individuals in the United States.The breach was the result of an unauthorized party gaining access to an employee's email account. This unauthorized access occurred between June 28, 2024, and July 6, 2024. Upon investigation, it was found that sensitive consumer information was exposed.

The types of consumer information exposed include:

• Name of individual
• Address
• Social Security Number
• Financial Information (e.g., account number, credit or debit card number)
• Medical Information
• Date of Birth

The breach has affected various states, with 851 people impacted in Texas, 18 in Maine, and 89 in Massachusetts. The breach was reported to the Attorney General's offices in these states, and you can view the disclosures on the Maine Attorney General's website, the Texas Attorney General's website, and the Massachusetts Attorney General's website.

In response to the data breach, Shoe Show, Inc. took immediate action to secure the compromised email account and launched an internal investigation. The company also enlisted a leading forensic security firm to assist in confirming the security of their email environment. To prevent future incidents, Shoe Show, Inc. has enhanced its technical security measures.

Additionally, the company has offered affected individuals a complimentary one-year membership to Equifax Complete™ Premier. This service provides identity protection and credit monitoring to help detect any misuse of personal information.

If you have been notified that you are affected by this data breach, there are several steps you should consider taking to protect your personal information:

1. Enroll in Equifax Complete™ Premier: Take advantage of the complimentary credit monitoring service offered by Shoe Show, Inc. This service can help you detect any unauthorized use of your personal information.
2. Monitor your financial accounts: Regularly check your bank and credit card statements for any suspicious activity. Promptly report any unauthorized transactions to your financial institution.
3. Review your credit reports: You are entitled to a free copy of your credit report from each of the three major credit reporting agencies annually. Visit AnnualCreditReport.com to obtain your reports and check for any unfamiliar accounts or inquiries.
4. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze: A fraud alert can be placed on your credit report to warn creditors to verify your identity before opening new accounts. Alternatively, a credit freeze can prevent new credit from being opened in your name without your consent.
5. Stay vigilant: Be cautious of any unsolicited communications that ask for your personal information. Verify the legitimacy of such requests before responding.

For further assistance or information, affected individuals can contact Shoe Show, Inc. at 1-866-574-3172.