Update and highlights about the IRS data breach

Here are some quick takeaways about the recently reported hack into the IRS system:

• Over 100,000 tax returns stolen
• Attacks took place between February and mid-May 2015
• Attackers used IRS’s “Get Transcript” system
• Motivation likely to claim fraudulent tax returns using stolen identities
• IRS has shut down the “Get Transcript” system, so if you need copies of previous tax filings, you’ll need to apply by mail
• IRS will contact you if your transcript was affected