On September 30, 2021, IBW Financial Corporation (“IBW”) became aware that an employee’s computer has been accessed by an unauthorized cybercriminal. Based on a forensic investigation, IBW confirmed that one or more cybercriminals had opened certain IBW files containing sensitive information. The investigation determined that the files accessed by cybercriminals contained the personal information of 92,629 individuals.
Did You Receive a Data Breach Letter From IBW?
The information exposed in the data breach includes:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
- Financial account information
As a result of the data breach, these individuals’ personal and highly confidential information may be in the hands of cybercriminals who can place the information for sale on the dark web or use the information to perpetrate identity fraud.
Murphy Law Firm is investigating claims on behalf of all individuals whose personal and confidential information was potentially compromised in the data breach involving IBW. We are evaluating legal options, including a potential class action lawsuit, to recover damages for individuals who were affected by the data breach.