Clayton Properties Group reports data breach following vendor cyberattack

Clayton Properties Group, a subsidiary of Clayton Homes, filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after a vendor suffered a cyberattack, exposing sensitive consumer information. The breach allowed unauthorized access to data that included individuals’ names, Social Security numbers, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, and driver’s license numbers.

Following the discovery of the incident, Clayton Properties Group conducted an investigation to determine the scope of the compromised information. The company collaborated with the affected vendor, whose identity has not been disclosed, to enhance their security measures and protect against further breaches.

Once Clayton Properties Group confirmed the breach, they began notifying all impacted individuals. On October 11, 2024, data breach notification letters were sent out to those affected, detailing the type of information compromised in the breach. The specifics of the breach, including which data was exposed, vary by individual.

Clayton Properties Group, based in Maryville, Tennessee, is a leading residential construction company. It operates under Clayton Homes, the largest U.S. manufacturer of manufactured and modular homes. Clayton Homes is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, employing over 21,000 people and generating roughly $5.7 billion in annual revenue.

Clayton Properties Group and its vendor are expected to provide more details about the breach. Impacted individuals are urged to review the notification letters for more information and take precautions to protect their personal data.