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Citgo Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Citgo.
•Discovered on September 4, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Name, SSN.
•Affects individuals in: Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

The Citgo breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

Citgo disclosed a data security incident in a September 2026 filing with the Massachusetts Attorney General. The incident period occurred from November 13-18, 2025, and was discovered by the company on July 27, 2026.

The breach, linked to a third-party vendor, involved the exposure of names and Social Security numbers. The number of affected individuals has not been disclosed.

Additional details about the incident, including a confirmed total of affected individuals, may emerge as investigations proceed. Official notices to consumers may be delayed.

Data possibly involved

Name
SSN
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns

Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

Nov 13, 2025

Company Discovered

Jul 27, 2026

Regulator Notified

Sep 4, 2026

Consumers Notified

Unknown

256 days to discover

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

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

Case Status:

Investigation Open

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