Michael’s Hacked, Southern Tier Stores Impacted

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Another major retail store has fallen victim to hackers, and some nearby locations may be affected. Michael’s Craft Store released a statement announcing that hackers had broken in and stolen credit card information from about 3 million customers across the country. The company says that some credit and debit card numbers, along with expiration dates, have been compromised. There is no evidence at this time that names or PINs have been stolen. Stores impacted by the hackers include its locations in Vestal, Elmira, and Ithaca. Michael’s is now offering credit monitoring services and identity protection for 12 months for anyone impacted by the breach.

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