Strauss Borrelli PLLC, a leading data breach law firm, is investigating K-FLEX USA, LLC (“K-FLEX”) regarding its recent data breach. The K-FLEX data breach involved sensitive personal identifiable information belonging to over 1,200 individuals.
ABOUT K-FLEX USA, LLC:
K-FLEX is the North American division of the IK Insulation Group, an innovative leader in flexible elastomeric foam insulation with 12 production facilities worldwide and a distribution channel that reaches 43 countries.2 Today, K-FLEX manufactures thermal and acoustic insulation and jacketing systems that allow for an efficient installation process and deliver reliable and lasting performance on pipes, ducts, vessels and equipment for a wide range of applications, including HVAC, Refrigeration and Industrial Process Systems.2 Additionally, K-FLEX’s diversified product portfolio provides innovative and sustainable solutions for many industries including residential and commercial construction, transportation, petrochemical and renewable energy.3 Headquartered in Youngsville, North Carolina, K-FLEX employs over 200 individuals.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Recently, K-FLEX reported to the Attorney General of Maine that it had experienced a data breach in which the sensitive personal identifiable information in its systems may have been accessed and acquired. According to the breach notice, on or about November 14, 2023, K-FLEX discovered that it was the victim of a cybersecurity attack. As a result, K-FLEX launched an investigation to determine the nature of the incident.
Through its investigation, K-FLEX learned that sensitive personal information may have been viewed or taken from its systems. As a result, K-FLEX began a review of the data to determine what information had been impacted as well as identify the specific individuals affected. On July 12, 2024, K-FLEX completed this review. While the information impacted varies depending on the individual, the type of information potentially exposed includes:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license or state identification card number
On July 30, 2024, K-FLEX began mailing data breach notification letters to impacted individuals. Based on the breach notice sent to Maine residents, K-FLEX is providing affected individuals with a list of the specific type of sensitive information impacted and 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring services. A link to the form breach notification letter that K-FLEX filed with the Attorney General of Maine is below.
If you received a breach notification letter from K-FLEX USA, LLC:
We would like to speak with you about your rights and potential legal remedies in response to this data breach. Please fill out the form, below, or contact us at 872.263.1100 or sam@straussborrelli.com.
