About City of Pittsburg, California
The City of Pittsburg, California, recently experienced a data breach that affected nearly 39,989 individuals, including 2 residents of Maine. This breach, occurring between August 6 and August 18, 2024, was classified as a hacking incident targeting external systems. Upon discovery on August 18, 2024, the city took immediate action to contain the breach and initiated a thorough investigation with the assistance of cybersecurity specialists. The breach has raised concerns for those possibly impacted, including residents, employees, and individuals who interacted with the city’s various departments.
What Happened
On August 18, 2024, the City of Pittsburg became aware of a security incident affecting a portion of its environment. Upon detection, the City of Pittsburg took steps to contain the incident and engaged third-party cybersecurity specialists to perform a comprehensive investigation into the nature and scope of the incident.
The breach primarily affected individuals connected to the City of Pittsburg, including residents and employees. The breach occurred from August 6 to August 18, 2024, and was discovered on August 18, 2024.
Next Steps
Impacted individuals are advised to remain vigilant by regularly reviewing their account statements and monitoring their credit reports for any signs of suspicious activity. The city has established a dedicated call center to address inquiries related to the incident, which will be operational for 90 days from the date of notification. Individuals should also consider placing fraud alerts or security freezes on their credit files to prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, contacting the Federal Trade Commission or local law enforcement to report any instances of identity theft is recommended.
Identity Theft Protection Services
The City of Pittsburg is offering impacted individuals 24 months of complimentary Experian credit monitoring and identity protection services. These services include daily credit report monitoring, identity restoration support, and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance coverage. Enrollees will have access to Experian IdentityWorks, which provides comprehensive protection features and support even after the membership expires. Individuals are encouraged to enroll before the specified deadline to take full advantage of these services, using the unique activation code provided in their notification letter.