English Construction Company reports ransomware attack, data breach
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English Construction Company (ECC), a Lynchburg, Virginia-based construction firm, reports a data breach resulting from a ransomware attack. English Construction Company is a player in the mid-Atlantic region's construction industry, specializing in construction management, design/build, preconstruction, and general contracting services.
After detecting suspicious activity within their computer systems, ECC engaged external cybersecurity experts to investigate and remediate the incident. The attackers encrypted the servers and exfiltrated files from the company's network.
Exposed data types include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Addresses
- Driver's license numbers
- Dates of birth
The breach affected former employees of the company. The exact number of affected individuals is not disclosed.
Following the investigation, the company began notifying affected individuals on November 7, 2024
