This notice is to inform our membership about a data breach involving minor trust accounts.
If you receive a notice in the mail from Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants (NWRPC), please do not discard it.
This breach affects:
-Minor tribal members with existing trust accounts
-Tribal members who are 18 and older who have not liquidated their minor trust accounts.
Background Information:
On September 2, 2024, NWRPC experienced a network disruption that impacted their ability to access certain systems. In response, they initiated an investigation, engaging third-party forensic specialists to assess the situation. It was discovered that certain information within their systems was accessed by an unauthorized individual on or around August 21, 2024.
Impact of the Breach:
On January 15, 2025, the investigation confirmed that personal information had been compromised. By March 14, 2025, it was determined that approximately 941 individuals associated with the Klamath Tribes Minor Trust accounts were affected. The types of information potentially compromised may include:
-First and last names
-Dates of birth
-Social security numbers
Response and Security Measures:
NWRPC is committed to addressing this incident and protecting the personal information that has been entrusted to them. Following the discovery of the breach, they have implemented measures to secure their systems and enhance network security to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Next Steps for Affected Individuals:
Detailed information on how to protect the affected individuals’ information will be included in the letter you will receive from NWRPC. Please ensure that your address and that of your minor children are current in the Klamath Tribes Member Benefits Department.
NOTE: The Member Benefits Department will not be able to assist with the protection options provided by NWRPC, only address updates.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
