Maine.gov MOVEit Global Security Incident

 

RSU #20 has been alerted by the Maine Department of Education of a data breach that impacts the MEIS certifcation system used by educators, school employees, and volunteers for certification, recertification, and/or CHRC (criminal history records check) approval.

 

Information regarding the data breach can found here:

(copy and paste this link into your favorite browser) https://www.maine.gov/moveit-global-data-security-incident/

 

(from the Maine.gov MOVEit global data security incident website)

How Do I Find Out if My Information Was Involved?

Individuals are encouraged to contact Maine's dedicated call center to find out if their data was involved or if they have questions about this incident. The phone number is (877) 618-3659, with representatives available from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 9 PM ET. If it is determined that an individual’s Social Security number or taxpayer identification number is involved, the call center will provide the individual with a complimentary credit monitoring code.

Individuals who receive a code for credit monitoring may enroll in the services by calling (866) 622-9303. Representatives are there to assist you from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 11 PM ET, and on Saturday from 9 AM to 6 PM ET.

Adults may also enroll online by visiting https://app.identitydefense.com/enrollment/activate/stme. Minors may be enrolled online by visiting https://app.minordefense.com/enrollment/activate/stemd. Remember to have your code handy when you're ready to enroll.

The State of Maine is also actively notifying impacted individuals through various communication channels, including through a nationwide media press release, letter mail, and/or email.