How to Read a Data Breach Notification Letter
A letter or email about a data breach can be confusing. Focus on a few key parts.
What to look for
- What happened and when.
- What data was exposed.
- What the company is doing.
- What help is offered, such as credit monitoring.
- Contact information for questions.
Verify first
Make sure the notice is genuine by going to the company official website, since scammers imitate breach notices.
Then act
Follow the steps matching the exposed data: passwords, cards or identity details.
Key takeaway: Check the notice is real, identify what leaked and respond accordingly.
