Heavy Construction Systems Specialists reports ransomware attack, data breach
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Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, a Texas-based construction software solutions provider, has reported a significant ransomware attack affecting their computer network. The incident resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive employee information.
The security incident was initially detected on October 18, 2024, when HCSS identified suspicious activity within their computer network that was confirmed to be a ransomware attack. The company initiated their incident response protocol, notified law enforcement, and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to conduct an investigation. The investigation confirmed that cybercriminals had gained access to and potentially exfiltrated files containing confidential information belonging to current and former employees.
The compromised information includes:
- First and last names,
- addresses,
- telephone numbers,
- employee IDs,
- Social Security numbers.
The number of affected indivisuals is not disclosed.
HCSS began their notification process on December 18, 2024, sending letters to affected individuals detailing the specific information that was compromised in each case.
