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Charles P. Elliott, P.C. Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Charles P. Elliott, P.C..
•Discovered on May 28, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Names, Social Security Numbers, Sensitive Information.
•Affects individuals in: Maine, Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

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Detailed summary

Charles P. Elliott, P.C., a law firm, experienced a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to its network between September 29 and September 30, 2025. The firm discovered the breach on October 10, 2025. After a forensic investigation, the firm formally determined on May 14, 2026, that certain personal information may have been impacted. The breach was reported to the Attorney General of Maine on May 28, 2026.

The breach exposed names, Social Security numbers, and other sensitive information. The firm has confirmed that Social Security numbers were explicitly part of the exposed data. The specific number of affected individuals has not yet been publicly disclosed. The firm is offering complimentary identity and credit monitoring through Kroll to affected individuals.

Details can emerge as further investigations continue, and notifications to affected individuals may be delayed.

Data possibly involved

Names
Social Security Numbers
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Sensitive Information

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Took over 180 days or has not yet notified consumers

Breach Occurred

Sep 29, 2025

Company Discovered

Oct 10, 2025

Regulator Notified

May 28, 2026

Consumers Notified

May 14, 2026

11 days to discover

216 days to notify consumers

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Complete

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Current

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

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Case Status:

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