Set Forth
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit

Posted: November 11, 2024 -- Attention, victims of the Set Forth data breach.

Abington Cole + Ellery is investigating the data breach recently announced by Set Forth.

Set Forth Data Breach Summary:

Approximately 1.5 million individuals were affected by the Set Forth data breach.

Breached data may include, but is not necessarily limited to: names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and dates of birth.

On May 21, 2024, Set Forth claims it detected potentially unauthorized activity within its computer system and promptly activated its incident response protocols. Independent computer forensic specialists were reportedly engaged to investigate the nature of the activity and assess any potential impacts on data.

The investigation purportedly revealed that personal information linked to individuals, including spouses, co-applicants, or dependents, might have been accessed during the incident.

To reinforce data security, Set Forth claims it has since introduced enhanced endpoint monitoring, completed a global password reset, and implemented further security measures to reduce the likelihood of future incidents.

As a result of the data breach, Set Forth is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring and/or identity theft protection services to some affected individuals.

Additional information about the Set Forth data breach may be found here: Set Forth Data Breach Notification (Maine).

About Set Forth:

Set Forth, also known as Forth, Inc., was established in 2009. Originally known as Debt Pay Gateway and DebtPayPro, the company offers solutions for individuals seeking to manage and resolve financial obligations. Its services are structured to support debt resolution and related financial assistance processes. The organization collaborates with businesses in the financial sector to provide tools and systems that streamline client interactions and support compliance and data protection standards.

Set Forth provides a suite of software tools under its Forth CRM and Forth Pay platforms. These platforms facilitate account management, communication, and secure transactions for clients involved in debt settlement, loan management, and tax preparation. The company’s tools are designed to enhance the efficiency of operations within client businesses, aiming to reduce the complexity of customer account management. Its systems cater to a variety of financial service providers, including those handling debt, loans, and bankruptcy cases.

In addition to serving consumers and business clients, Set Forth prioritizes security and compliance in its service model, focusing on data protection. It has established relationships with numerous clients who seek reliable support in financial management. Through its services, the company aims to assist financial service providers with technology that integrates regulatory requirements and maintains data confidentiality across processes.

The Set Forth Website may have additional information about or provide periodic updates regarding the data breach.

For more information about steps you can take to possibly reduce the chances harm arising from a data breach, please review the following article: What are some steps you can take if you've been the victim of a data breach?

If you believe you are a victim of the Set Forth data breach, and if you would like to volunteer to serve as a class representative in a class action lawsuit regarding this data breach, please submit your information via the form on this webpage. This website is not associated with nor authorized by Set Forth or any affiliated companies. If you have received any other data breach notifications, you may to review Abington Cole + Ellery's current list of data breach investigations.