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Varsity Brands
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit
Posted: October 15, 2024 -- Attention, victims of the Varsity Brands data breach.
Abington Cole + Ellery is investigating the data breach recently announced by Varsity Brands.
Varsity Brands Data Breach Summary:
Approximately 65,500 individuals were affected by the Varsity Brands data breach.
Breached data may include, but is not necessarily limited to: Names, Dates of Birth, Social Security Numbers, Driver’s License Data, Government-issued ID Data, Financial Account Data, Medical Data, and/or Health Insurance Data.
Varsity Brands, a leading provider of athletic and school spirit products, has confirmed that it experienced a data breach on May 24, 2024. The company detected unauthorized activity on its computer systems and promptly took steps to halt it, including taking certain systems offline.
In response to the incident, Varsity Brands has rotated credentials, implemented additional safeguards, and reinforced its security practices. The company is actively reviewing its computer systems to strengthen security monitoring and controls.
An investigation was launched with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts, and law enforcement authorities have been notified. Varsity Brands determined that an unauthorized third party gained access to a subset of company files. The company is currently in the process of identifying the affected files to determine whether any personal information was compromised and to whom it pertains.
As a result of the data breach, Varsity Brands is offering 24 months of free credit monitoring and/or identity theft protection services to some affected individuals.
Additional information about the Varsity Brands data breach may be found here: Varsity Brands Data Breach Notification.
About Varsity Brands:
Headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas, Varsity Brands is a company focused on products and services for school spirit, sports, and achievement. It operates through three primary divisions: BSN SPORTS, Varsity Spirit, and Herff Jones. BSN SPORTS offers team uniforms, equipment, and apparel to schools and sports organizations. Varsity Spirit provides cheerleading and dance team supplies, competitions, and training camps, while Herff Jones is known for its academic regalia, class rings, and yearbook services. Together, these brands serve schools, athletic programs, and organizations across the United States.
The company aims to promote student engagement and participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and ceremonies. Varsity Brands supports a wide range of educational institutions, from K-12 schools to colleges and universities. It offers customized products and services that help institutions recognize student achievements, build school pride, and support athletic performance.
Varsity Brands has built partnerships with schools, teams, and organizations to deliver solutions that enhance the educational and athletic experience. Through its network of suppliers and service providers, it maintains relationships with coaches, administrators, and educators. The company plays a role in shaping school traditions, team culture, and recognition of milestones in students' academic and athletic journeys.
The Varsity Brands 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?
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