Maryland Mayhem: Kelly Benefits Data Breach Affects Over 260,000 People!
Kelly Benefits, a Maryland-based payroll and benefits provider, disclosed a data breach impacting over 260,000 people. Hackers accessed their systems in December 2024, exfiltrating personal data. While suspicions of a ransomware attack loom, no group has claimed responsibility. Kelly Benefits is notifying affected individuals, hoping to calm nerves and prevent a collective panic attack.
Hot Take:
Maryland’s Kelly Benefits just learned the hard way that their benefits package doesn’t include “Invisibility Cloak for Data Breaches.” With over 260,000 people impacted, this is one holiday season gift no one asked for. Maybe next year they’ll consider adding “Cybersecurity Fort Knox” to their services!
Key Points:
- Kelly Benefits, a Maryland-based firm, disclosed a data breach affecting over 260,000 individuals.
- The breach allowed hackers access to systems between December 12-17, 2024.
- Files containing personal information like SSNs, tax IDs, and health data were exfiltrated.
- Notifications are being sent out to affected parties, including clients such as Amergis and CareFirst.
- No ransomware group has claimed responsibility, and the company might have paid a ransom.
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