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SMC USA Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the SMC Corporation of America data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About SMC Corporation of America
SMC Corporation of America specializes in pneumatic and automation components. Established in 1972, the company is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation, headquartered in Japan.
The company offers a wide array of products, including pneumatic components, air preparation equipment, chillers, dryers, vacuum components, electric actuators, sensors, and fittings. The company maintains a significant global presence, with operations in 83 countries and production facilities in 30 countries.
What was the December 2024 Data Breach?
In December 2024, SMC Corporation of America experienced a significant data breach. On January 10, 2025, the company discovered that a foreign cyber threat actor had attempted to disrupt its IT infrastructure, potentially deploying ransomware. This unauthorized access allowed the threat actor to access sensitive personal information of current and former employees in the U.S. and Canada.
Types of PII Exposed:
- Social Security numbers
- Medical records
- Driver's licenses
- First and last names
- Dates of birth
- Addresses
- Bank account information
- Certain payroll information
- SMC employee account numbers and positions
- SMC employee benefit information
- Data related to certain medical information
- Other identifying information
The breach affected a reported total of 6,566 individuals in the United States, with 8 in Maine and 75 in Massachusetts. Notifications to affected consumers were sent on February 3, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you were impacted by the SMC data breach, it's important to remain vigilant. Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. You are entitled to place a security freeze on your credit reports, which can help prevent identity theft. This can be done by contacting the major credit reporting agencies: Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian.
Additionally, SMC is offering Experian IdentityWorksSM credit monitoring services for 24 months at no cost. This service provides credit monitoring, internet surveillance, identity restoration, and identity theft insurance. It's crucial to take advantage of these resources to protect your personal information.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the SMC data breach, you might be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue any claims you may have. To explore your options and potentially join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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