The Berwyn Group

The Berwyn Group, operating as PBI Research Services, provides specialized research support functions with a focus on administrative data management and client-facing portal operations. Its services involve handling sensitive records for clients across multiple sectors, including corporate, government, healthcare, and educational entities. The organization's operational scope includes secure data transfer capabilities through third-party platforms, notably Progress Software's MOVEit file transfer application, which serves as a critical component for client interactions. This infrastructure supports administrative functions for a defined client base, though the organization maintains separation between these portal services and its core internal systems.

A May 2023 cybersecurity incident demonstrated the organization's exposure to supply-chain vulnerabilities through the exploitation of a zero-day flaw in the MOVEit platform. The breach compromised private client records accessible via the administrative portal but did not penetrate primary operational systems. Response protocols included immediate software patching, collaboration with cybersecurity forensic specialists, and coordinated engagement with federal law enforcement agencies. Affected clients received direct notifications regarding data exposure, reflecting adherence to breach disclosure obligations. This event occurred within a wider pattern of global cyberattacks targeting the same file transfer software, positioning The Berwyn Group among numerous entities impacted by the vulnerability. Remediation efforts prioritized containment and client transparency while maintaining continuity of core research services.