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Carruth Notice of Data Security Event
We were
recently notified of a data breach involving Carruth Compliance Consulting.
Carruth is the third-party administrator for our 403(b) retirement savings
plan. This incident may impact current and former Central Kitsap School
District employees. This incident did not involve or take place at CKSD
systems; however, we are taking it seriously and working with Carruth to
understand the full impact of the incident on our employees.
Carruth
identified unauthorized access to their network in late December 2024. After
investigation, they confirmed that sensitive information maintained in their
systems may have been compromised. This includes data from employees of many
school districts, including Central Kitsap.
Who Is
Affected?
If you have
worked for Central Kitsap School District at any time from 2008 to now, your
information may have been impacted. We are encouraging all current and former
employees during this time period to take the precautionary steps listed below.
What
Information Was Involved?
The data breach
may have exposed personal information such as names, Social Security numbers,
and financial account information. In some cases, it could also include
driver’s license numbers, W-2 information, tax filings, or medical billing
information (not medical records).
Next Steps
for Employees
- Enroll
in Credit Monitoring and Identity Restoration Services:
Carruth is offering free credit monitoring and identity restoration
services through IDX. To enroll, please call IDX at 877-720-7895.
- Monitor
Your Accounts: Regularly review your bank accounts, credit card
statements, and other financial accounts for any suspicious activity. If
you see anything unusual, report it to your financial institution
immediately.
- Check
Your Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report annually
from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian,
and TransUnion). Order
your free reports online or call 1-877-322-8228.
- Consider
Placing a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze on your Credit Report: You
can place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit report to help
protect yourself from identity theft. A fraud alert notifies creditors to
verify your identity before issuing new credit. A credit freeze prevents
credit bureaus from releasing your credit report without your explicit
consent. To place a fraud alert or credit freeze, contact the three major
credit reporting bureaus:
- Equifax:
1-888-298-0045
- Experian:
1-888-397-3742
- TransUnion:
1-800-916-8800
- Report
Any Suspicious Activity: If you suspect you are a
victim of identity theft, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
or 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338). You should also file a police report.
We
understand how concerning this situation is for our current and former
employees. We will continue working closely with Carruth to understand the full
scope of the breach and ensure protective measures are in place.