Cybersecurity Incident and System Outage Response and Recovery
Erie Indemnity experienced a significant cybersecurity event on June 7, leading to a proactive network outage and system shutdown to contain the threat.
Independent cybersecurity specialists conducted a thorough forensic investigation, confirming no breach of sensitive data occurred.
The recovery process was complex and phased, taking approximately one month to restore most systems by July 7, 2025.
Management emphasized that their cybersecurity protocols are aligned with industry best practices, but acknowledged no organization is immune to such attacks.
The incident prompted Erie to implement additional cybersecurity measures and learnings to strengthen future protections.
Despite the disruption, the company maintained service levels and assured no material impact on financial statements.