Trinity Petroleum Data Breach Affects 46659 People: Exposes SSNs

On October 14, 2024, Trinity Petroleum Management discovered unauthorized access to its computer systems. After investigating, the company found that an unauthorized actor had gained access to their systems between October 10 and October 14, 2024. Trinity Petroleum Management subsequently determined on December 18, 2024, that the intruder may have exfiltrated sensitive personal information belonging to individuals.

The breach exposed personal information for approximately 46,659 individuals across the United States. Among the states specifically impacted, 7,994 individuals in Texas, 130 in Massachusetts, and 33 in Maine were affected.

Trinity Petroleum Management has not publicly identified the responsible party behind the breach, nor have they detailed the exact method used by the attacker to gain unauthorized access. However, the nature of the information exposed—particularly Social Security numbers—makes this breach especially serious, as it could potentially lead to identity theft and financial fraud.

Trinity Petroleum Management's response

Upon discovering the breach, Trinity Petroleum Management immediately took action to terminate the unauthorized access and launched an investigation. The company engaged external cybersecurity forensic specialists and legal counsel to assist in investigating and responding to the incident. They also notified law enforcement authorities.

To support affected individuals, Trinity Petroleum Management is providing complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company specializing in fraud assistance and remediation. Affected individuals can enroll in these services at no cost by following the instructions provided in the notification letter sent via U.S. Mail on February 13, 2025.

The company has also recommended that affected individuals remain vigilant by regularly reviewing their credit reports and financial statements for any suspicious activity. Trinity Petroleum Management has provided detailed guidance on placing fraud alerts and credit freezes with major credit reporting bureaus, as well as additional steps individuals can take to protect themselves from identity theft and fraud.

For further information, affected individuals can visit the official data breach disclosure pages hosted by state attorneys general:

• Maine Attorney General's disclosure
• Texas Attorney General's disclosure
• California Attorney General's disclosure
• Vermont Attorney General's disclosure