Major Data Breach Exposes Info of 160,000+ Americans

A massive data breach at AllTrust Networks, a fintech company, potentially exposed the personal and financial information of over 160,000 customers.

What Happened?

AllTrust Networks (a Valsoft Corporation subsidiary) discovered unauthorized access to its network between February 12th and 15th, 2024. Hackers managed to interrupt a file transfer in progress, but it’s unclear exactly what data was stolen. The compromised information may include names, Social Security numbers, state IDs, and financial records.

Who’s Affected?

The breach impacted 161,359 customers of AllTrust Networks, which provides check cashing and risk management software to retailers.

What’s AllTrust Doing?

The company is notifying affected individuals and offering free credit monitoring for a year. They’re urging customers to stay alert and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately.

What You Should Do

If you’re an AllTrust Networks customer, keep a close eye on your accounts and credit reports. Report any signs of fraud or identity theft to the authorities without delay.