California Creative Solutions Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Personal Information
California Creative Solutions, Inc. (CCS Global Tech), a Poway, California-based IT services provider, recently disclosed a data breach that may have compromised sensitive personally identifiable information (PII). The company, which offers business intelligence, cloud adoption, software development, and other IT services, reported the incident to the Massachusetts Attorney General on August 31, 2026.
According to the disclosure, the breach exposed Social Security numbers among other personal data. In response, California Creative Solutions secured its systems, launched an investigation, and began notifying affected individuals. As part of its remediation efforts, the company is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity restoration services through Experian.
The law firm Shamis & Gentile P.A. has initiated an investigation into the breach, indicating potential eligibility for compensation for those impacted. Individuals notified of the exposure may qualify to participate in a class action lawsuit. The incident highlights ongoing risks to personal data within the IT services sector.
Source: https://www.claimdepot.com/investigations/california-creative-solutions-data-breach-2026
California Creative Solutions, Inc. TPRM report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/california-creative-solutions-ccs-
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