City of Peabody, MA Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving City of Peabody, MA.
•Discovered on February 9, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Name, Social Security Number, Financial Account Information, Driver's License Number.
•Affects individuals in: Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

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Detailed summary

The City of Peabody, MA experienced an external system breach (hacking) that occurred between June 13, 2025, and July 8, 2025. The breach was discovered on January 15, 2026, and the city began notifying affected individuals on February 9, 2026. The Office of the Maine Attorney General also received notification of this incident.

This data breach affected an estimated 48,004 residents of Massachusetts. The types of data acquired by the unauthorized actor included names, Social Security numbers, financial account information, and driver's license numbers. The extent of impact on residents outside of Massachusetts remains unclear.

Details surrounding data breaches can evolve, and official notifications may be delayed. Individuals who believe they may be affected should monitor for updates.

Data possibly involved

Name
Social Security Number
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Financial Account Information
Driver's License Number
Can be used for identity fraud

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

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Case Status:

Monitoring

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