Godiva Chocolatier, Inc. reported the loss of a flash drive containing sensitive HR data for approximately 2,638 California residents (current/former employees and applicants). A former employee compiled the data, which included SSNs, DOBs, and contact info, onto the drive. The drive was found by a private individual and returned. Godiva engaged forensic investigators, notified affected individuals, provided credit monitoring, and updated security policies regarding portable media.
Affected (this filing): 2,638