On December 31, 2024, the North Los Angeles County Regional Center (“NLACRC”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of California after discovering unauthorized activity within its computer network that was consistent with a ransomware attack. In this notice, North Los Angeles County Regional Center explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their names, addresses, dates of birth, telephone numbers, Social Security numbers, email addresses, financial account information, health insurance information, full-face photos, and medical information. Upon completing its investigation, North Los Angeles County Regional Center began sending out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.
If you received a data breach notification from the North Los Angeles County Regional Center, it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following the North Los Angeles County Regional Center data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.
What Caused the North Los Angeles County Regional Center Data Breach?
The North Los Angeles County Regional Center data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected in the near future. However, North Los Angeles County Regional Center’s filing with the Attorney General of California provides some important information on what led up to the breach. North Los Angeles County Regional Center also posted a website notice discussing the incident.
According to these sources, on November 28, 2024, North Los Angeles County Regional Center detected unusual activity within its IT network that was consistent with a ransomware attack. In response, NLACRC took steps to secure its network, notified law enforcement, and then launched an investigation with the help of third-party cybersecurity professionals.
Through this investigation, North Los Angeles County Regional Center confirmed that an unauthorized party was able to access portions of its computer network between November 20, 2024 and December 1, 2024, including files and folders containing confidential consumer information.
After learning that sensitive consumer data was accessible to an unauthorized party, the North Los Angeles County Regional Center reviewed the compromised files to determine what information was leaked and which consumers were impacted. While the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include your name, address, date of birth, telephone number, Social Security number, email address, financial account information, health insurance information, full-face photo, and medical information.
On December 31, 2024, North Los Angeles County Regional Center sent out data breach letters to anyone who was affected by the recent data security incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.
More Information About North Los Angeles County Regional Center
The North Los Angeles County Regional Center is a nonprofit organization that provides support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Headquartered in Chatsworth, California, North Los Angeles County Regional Center serves the San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valleys, helping individuals achieve greater independence and inclusion in their communities. The organization offers a wide range of services, including case management, early intervention, residential support, employment assistance, and advocacy programs. North Los Angeles County Regional Center works closely with service providers, families, and community partners to ensure personalized care and meaningful opportunities for those it serves. The center employs approximately 360 people.
