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Updated 11 days ago

Bloom's Bus Lines Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Bloom's Bus Lines.
•Discovered on August 20, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Driver's License, Social Security Number, Name, Date of Birth, Address, Government ID, Medical Information, Financial Information.
•Affects individuals in: Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

The Bloom's Bus Lines breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

In February 2026, Bloom's Bus Lines suffered a data breach involving a ransomware attack claimed by the PLAY ransomware group. The company notified the Massachusetts Attorney General about the incident on August 17, 2026, and also began notifying affected individuals.

The breach exposed the sensitive personal information of 1,411 Massachusetts residents. Exposed data included Social Security numbers, driver's licenses, names, dates of birth, addresses, government IDs, medical information, and financial information.

Additional details about the incident may emerge as investigations continue, and further notifications to affected individuals may occur.

Data possibly involved

Driver's License
Can be used for identity fraud
Social Security Number
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Name
Date of Birth
Often used in combination with other data for identity theft
Address
Could be combined with other data for identity theft
Government ID
Medical Information
Financial Information

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Took over 180 days or has not yet notified consumers

Breach Occurred

Feb 7, 2026

Company Discovered

Feb 7, 2026

Regulator Notified

Aug 17, 2026

Consumers Notified

Aug 17, 2026

0 days to discover

191 days to notify consumers

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Current

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

Note: Breach verification can take time. Information may evolve as more details become available from companies and regulators.

Case Status:

Investigation Open

We're actively investigating this case and seeking affected individuals.

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