Wright, Moore, DeHart, Dupuis & Hutchinson data breach affects thousand

On September 24, 2024, Wright, Moore, DeHart, Dupuis & Hutchinson, LLC, a certified public accounting firm based in Lafayette, Louisiana, experienced a data breach that has affected thousands of individuals, exposing sensitive personal information.

The breach was disclosed to the Texas Attorney General's office, revealing that 6,933 individuals in Texas were impacted. Additionally, 58 individuals in Massachusetts were also affected, as reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office.

The exposed information includes a range of sensitive data such as:

• Social Security Numbers
• Medical Records
• Financial Account Information
• Driver’s License Numbers
• Names
• Addresses

The breach was published on September 24, 2024, and the information was made available to the public the following day.

The disclosures confirm claims made by ransomware group, ALPHV, back in July of 2023 that the company had fallen victim to the group's ransomware. The group claimed to have over 700 GB of the accounting firm's data, including employees' data and that of its clients. Sensitive data, including social security numbers, were included in both the employee and client data files.

In response to the breach, Wright, Moore, DeHart, Dupuis & Hutchinson has notified affected individuals via U.S. Mail. This notification aims to inform those impacted about the breach and the types of information that may have been compromised. The company is likely taking steps to bolster its security measures, although specific actions taken have not been detailed in the information provided.

If you have been affected by this data breach, it is crucial to take immediate action to protect your personal information. Here are some steps you should consider:

1. Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly check your bank and credit card statements for any unauthorized transactions. Report any suspicious activity immediately.
2. Credit Monitoring: Consider enrolling in a credit monitoring service to receive alerts about any changes to your credit report.
3. Place a Fraud Alert: Contact one of the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit report, which can help prevent identity theft.
4. Review Medical Records: If your medical information was exposed, review your medical records for any inaccuracies or unauthorized use.
5. Secure Your Personal Information: Update passwords and security questions for your online accounts, and ensure they are strong and unique.

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