Ross-Simons Credit Card Data May Have Been Stolen

Ross-Simons

Credit Card Data May Have Been Stolen

Ross-Simons, a retailer specializing in jewelry, home decor

and collectibles, announced yesterday that customer data linked

to its private label credit card had been accessed without authorization.

Ross-Simons credit card numbers and other personal information

were both made vulnerable.

The

securtity breach was discovered on April 4th.

According

to Ross-Simons, the cause of the external system breach--which

generally means someone from outside the company infiltrating

the company's computer systems--has been identified and corrected.

The company has now discontinued storing customer credit card

application information, and has hired a third-party to conduct

an audit of its security procedures.

Ross-Simons customers who have additional questions or concerns

can call 1-888-838-0815 or go to http://www.ross-simons.com/content/rspa_customer_faq.htm.

Published 04/12/06 (Modified 05/07/12)