St. Andrews Data Breach Exposes Social Security Numbers

On February 7, 2025, St. Andrew's Resources for Seniors System disclosed a significant data breach that affected 16,869 individuals across the United States. The breach was reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General and the Maine Attorney General.

Information exposed:

• Name
• Social Security number
• Address
• Driver’s license number
• State identification number
• Passport number
• Military identification number
• Financial account information
• Payment card information
• Medical information
• Health insurance information

The breach was particularly severe due to the wide range of personal and financial data exposed. The exact method of data theft has not been disclosed, but the breach's impact is extensive, affecting individuals' personal security and privacy.

St. Andrew's Response

In response to the breach, St. Andrew's Resources for Seniors System has taken several steps to mitigate the impact and prevent future incidents. Upon discovering the breach, the organization conducted a thorough investigation to understand the nature and scope of the incident. They secured their network environment and reviewed the potentially affected information. Additionally, they notified law enforcement and enhanced their existing security protocols.

St. Andrew's is offering affected individuals complimentary access to credit monitoring services for 24 months. This proactive measure is designed to help individuals monitor their credit for any suspicious activity. To enroll in these services, affected individuals should visit https://bfs.cyberscout.com/activate and use the unique code provided in their notification letter.

Given the sensitive nature of the data exposed, it is crucial for those affected to remain vigilant. Individuals should consider placing fraud alerts or credit freezes on their accounts to protect against identity theft. Regularly reviewing credit reports for unauthorized activity is also recommended.