About Birdsong Peanuts
Birdsong Peanuts, a commercial entity based in Suffolk, VA, experienced a security incident that compromised personal information. The breach, which was identified on July 9, 2025, involved unauthorized access to external systems, classified as hacking. While the total number of affected individuals is unspecified, four residents of Maine were impacted. The breach began on June 23, 2025, and electronic notifications to affected consumers were issued by July 18, 2025.
What Happened
The breach, which occurred on June 23, 2025, involved hacking into external systems, potentially compromising sensitive information of individuals, including at least four residents of Maine.
Next Steps
Individuals affected by the Birdsong Peanuts breach are advised to remain vigilant against identity theft and fraud. Regularly reviewing credit reports and account statements for suspicious activity is crucial. If discrepancies are found, individuals should promptly contact their credit bureau. Additionally, individuals have the option to place fraud alerts or credit freezes on their credit files to further protect their identities.
Identity Theft Protection Services
Birdsong Peanuts is offering impacted individuals free access to credit monitoring services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. These services include alerts for changes to credit files, up to $1,000,000 in identity theft insurance, and access to fraud remediation specialists. Affected individuals must enroll within 90 days to take advantage of these protections, which are designed to help mitigate the risk of identity theft and provide support in case of fraudulent activity.