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HILT-Trust 2020-A Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving HILT-Trust 2020-A.
•Discovered on September 10, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Names, Addresses, Social Security Numbers, Dates of Birth.
•Affects individuals in: Texas, Vermont.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

The HILT-Trust 2020-A breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

In September 2026, HILT-Trust 2020-A, a New York-based trust entity, disclosed a data security incident. The company reported the incident to the Texas and Vermont Attorneys General on September 9, 2026, indicating that consumers were also notified around this date. The breach affected more than 6,100 individuals.

The exposed data may include names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and dates of birth. The breach specifically impacted clients of HILT-Trust 2020-A. While reports mention a larger estimated affected count nationally, this figure is not corroborated by the available state filing information. Medical data and detailed financial account information were not indicated as exposed.

Details surrounding the specific date the breach occurred have not been publicly disclosed. Further information may become available as regulatory processes continue.

Data possibly involved

Names
Addresses
Could be combined with other data for identity theft
Social Security Numbers
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Dates of Birth

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Notified consumers within 30 days of discovery

Breach Occurred

Unknown

Company Discovered

Sep 9, 2026

Regulator Notified

Sep 9, 2026

Consumers Notified

Sep 9, 2026

0 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

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