Lane Gorman Trubitt Data Breach Impacts 686 Texans

Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC (LGT), a prominent accounting firm headquartered in the Southwest, recently experienced a significant data security incident. The breach, which was disclosed to the Massachusetts and Texas Attorneys General, has affected at least 299 individuals across these states. Specifically, 293 individuals in Texas and 6 individuals in Massachusetts were impacted.

The breach involved the unauthorized access of sensitive personal information. The types of consumer information exposed include:

• Full names of individuals
• Social Security Numbers (SSNs)
• Driver’s license numbers
• Dates of birth

The breach was reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General, and details are available on the Massachusetts Attorney General's website. Similarly, the Texas Attorney General's office has disclosed the breach on its data security breach reports page.

The exact method of the breach has not been explicitly detailed in the provided information. However, the exposure of such critical data underscores the severity of the incident, as it places affected individuals at heightened risk for identity theft and fraud.

Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC's response

In response to the breach, Lane Gorman Trubitt, LLC has taken steps to notify affected individuals. The company sent out notices via U.S. Mail, informing recipients of the incident and offering guidance on how to protect their personal information.

To help mitigate potential risks, LGT is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through IDX, a ZeroFox company. These services are available for a 24-month period and include:

• Credit monitoring and CyberScan monitoring
• A $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy
• Fully managed identity theft recovery services

Affected individuals are encouraged to enroll in these services by July 18, 2024. Enrollment requires an internet connection and an email account.