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    Harvey & Martin Data Breach

    Key takeaways

    • Reports suggest a potential breach involving Harvey & Martin.
    • Discovered on June 25, 2026.
    • Possible data exposed: Name, SSN, Bank Account Number.
    • Affects individuals in: Massachusetts.
    • Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

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    Detailed summary

    Harvey & Martin, PLLC, an accounting and tax preparation firm, reported a data incident in June 2026. Notice letters were dated June 11, 2026, and the breach was reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General on June 23, 2026. The firm confirmed that the exposure included names, Social Security numbers, and bank account numbers. To address the incident, Harvey & Martin offered 24 months of single-bureau credit monitoring via Cyberscout to affected individuals.

    This incident affected 111 individuals in Massachusetts, exposing their names, Social Security numbers, and bank account numbers where present on tax returns. These types of exposed data carry an elevated risk for fraudulent tax returns and financial fraud. The company is not publicly traded, and its revenue is not publicly disclosed. It is not considered a vendor breach, as it was a direct breach of the primary firm.

    Details surrounding the full scope of the incident may emerge as investigations proceed, and notices to affected individuals may be delayed.

    Data possibly involved

    • Name
    • SSN
      Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
    • Bank Account Number
      Could allow unauthorized withdrawals or transfers

    Company Response Timeline

    Response Grade
    A

    Notified consumers within 30 days of discovery

    Breach Occurred

    Jun 11, 2026

    Company Discovered

    Jun 11, 2026

    Regulator Notified

    Jun 23, 2026

    Consumers Notified

    Jun 11, 2026

    0 days to discover
    0 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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