Tosoh America, Inc.

Tosoh America, Inc., a subsidiary of the global Tosoh Corporation, experienced a data breach that was identified on April 18, 2022. The breach involved unauthorized access to certain employees’ email accounts. Immediate action was taken to secure the accounts and an investigation was launched with the help of a cybersecurity firm. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized person had accessed the email accounts for a short period on the same day the activity was detected. A thorough review of the email contents was conducted to identify the information involved, which included emails and/or attachments containing personal information such as names, Social Security numbers, and health plan selection details of individuals associated with Tosoh America, Inc. However, it was not determined whether this information was actually viewed or accessed by the unauthorized party.

In response to the incident, Tosoh America, Inc. has taken steps to enhance its network security and employee training programs to prevent future breaches. Additionally, the company is offering affected individuals a complimentary two-year membership to Experian IdentityWorksSM Credit 3B, a service designed to help detect potential misuse of personal information and provide identity protection services. This offering aims to support immediate identification and resolution of identity theft, ensuring that enrolling in the program will not affect the credit scores of the individuals involved.

For those concerned about the potential misuse of their personal information, Tosoh America, Inc. has provided guidance on additional steps to take, including placing fraud alerts and security freezes on credit files, and contacting the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement authorities to report suspected identity theft.

Tosoh America, Inc., headquartered in Grove City, Ohio, is part of the Tosoh Group, which operates globally and is involved in various sectors including chemicals and advanced materials manufacturing. The company has a commitment to protecting the information it maintains and has taken this incident seriously, implementing measures to safeguard against future breaches[1].

Citations:

1. https://www.mass.gov/doc/assigned-data-breach-number-26771-tosoh-america-inc/download
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