Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) has filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering unauthorized access to a third-party system utilized by the company. The breach, disclosed on February 2, 2024, resulted in the exposure of consumers’ sensitive information, including names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, bank account information, and credit card account numbers.
The incident was brought to Fairway’s attention on December 4, 2023, when its information security team was notified of an unauthorized user gaining access to the third-party system. Fairway promptly addressed the vulnerability by installing a patch and engaged external cybersecurity professionals to investigate the breach and assess its impact on consumers.
Subsequent investigation confirmed that an unauthorized party had exploited the vulnerability, gaining access to confidential consumer data entrusted to Fairway. In response, Fairway undertook a thorough review of the compromised files to identify the specific information leaked and the affected consumers.
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation has initiated the process of notifying individuals whose information was compromised in the breach by sending out data breach notification letters. These letters aim to provide affected individuals with a comprehensive list of the compromised information.
In light of the breach, affected individuals are encouraged to take proactive measures to protect themselves from potential fraud or identity theft. Seeking guidance from a data breach lawyer can assist individuals in understanding their rights and exploring legal options following the Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation data breach.
