Retail Merchandising Services Inc. Discloses Data Breach Affecting 339 Massachusetts Residents
Retail Merchandising Services Inc. (RMS), a national retail merchandising company based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, has reported a data breach exposing consumers' personal information. The incident was disclosed to the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation on March 16, 2026, impacting 339 Massachusetts residents.
The breach stemmed from a compromised email account, though the threat actor responsible remains unidentified. Exposed data includes Social Security numbers and financial account information, heightening risks of identity theft and fraud.
In response, RMS is offering affected individuals free protective services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion subsidiary. These include:
- 24 months of single-bureau credit monitoring
- A single-bureau credit report and score
- $1 million in identity theft insurance, covering expenses related to identity theft and unauthorized electronic fund transfers
To access these services, impacted individuals must enroll via Cyberscout’s portal using a unique code from their notification letter within 90 days of receipt. RMS also advises affected parties to consider placing a credit freeze with the three major credit bureaus TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax to block unauthorized account openings.
Authorities warn that scammers may exploit the breach by impersonating RMS or Cyberscout in phishing attempts. Individuals are urged to verify unsolicited communications using contact details from official breach notifications.
Source: https://www.claimdepot.com/data-breach/retail-merchandising-services-2026
RMS (Retail Merchandising Services) cybersecurity rating report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/retail-merchandising-services-ltd
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