Trusted Nurse Staffing Data Breach Exposes SSNs

On October 30, 2024, Trusted Nurse Staffing LLC, a healthcare staffing company based in Buffalo, New York, experienced a significant data breach.

The data breach was disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office, indicating that personal information of individuals may have been compromised. The breach involved unauthorized access to sensitive data, including:

• Social Security Numbers (SSN)
• Driver's Licenses

While the exact number of affected individuals has not been specified, the exposure of such critical information can have severe implications for those involved. As of now, there is no confirmation on whether the information was specifically accessed or misused, but the potential risk remains significant.

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

Trusted Nurse Staffing's response

In response to the breach, Trusted Nurse Staffing has taken steps to enhance its security systems to prevent future incidents. The company has secured the services of IDX/Zerofox to provide identity monitoring services at no cost to affected individuals for 24 months. This proactive measure aims to help safeguard the identity of those potentially impacted by the breach.

Additionally, the company has communicated directly with affected individuals, providing them with information on how to activate their complimentary identity monitoring membership. Trusted Nurse Staffing LLC is also offering guidance on how to monitor personal accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity.

Recommended actions for affected individuals

If you believe you may have been affected by the Trusted Nurse Staffing data breach, it is important to take the following steps to protect your personal information:

1. Enroll in Identity Monitoring: Utilize the free identity monitoring services offered by IDX/Zerofox by visiting IDX's enrollment page or calling 1-800-939-4170. Be sure to enroll before the specified deadline.
2. Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly review your bank account statements and credit reports for any unusual activity. You can obtain a free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
3. Consider a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Place a fraud alert on your credit file to make it more difficult for identity thieves to open accounts in your name. Alternatively, consider placing a credit freeze, which restricts access to your credit report and can prevent unauthorized accounts from being opened.
4. Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any signs of identity theft or fraud, report it immediately to the relevant authorities, including the Federal Trade Commission and your state attorney general.