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    Johnson, Webbert, & Beard Data Breach

    Key takeaways

    • Reports suggest a potential breach involving Johnson, Webbert, & Beard.
    • Discovered on May 8, 2026.
    • Possible data exposed: Names, Social Security numbers, Other personal information.
    • Affects individuals in: Maine, Massachusetts.
    • Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

    Breach confirmed

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    Detailed summary

    Johnson, Webbert, & Beard LLP, a law firm, reported a security incident that may have involved sensitive personal information. The breach occurred between September 15 and September 19, 2025. The firm discovered the incident and concluded its investigation on April 7, 2026. Official notices were sent to affected individuals on May 5, 2026, with a notification letter filed with state regulators on May 7, 2026.

    The breach affected 1,418 individuals, including 1,013 residents of Maine. The exposed data includes names, Social Security numbers, and other personal information. The specific details of "other personal information" have not been publicly detailed. No medical or financial data exposure has been confirmed. The law firm is offering 12 months of credit monitoring and identity theft protection through IDX.

    Details about this incident, including the full scope of affected individuals and data types involved, may emerge over time. Affected individuals should review the notice, enroll in protection offers, and monitor their accounts.

    Data possibly involved

    • Names
    • Social Security numbers
      Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
    • Other personal information

    Company Response Timeline

    Response Grade
    A

    Notified consumers within 30 days of discovery

    Breach Occurred

    Sep 15, 2025

    Company Discovered

    Apr 7, 2026

    Regulator Notified

    May 7, 2026

    Consumers Notified

    May 5, 2026

    204 days to discover
    28 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

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