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Lehigh Valley Restaurant Brands Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Lehigh Valley Restaurant Brands.
•Discovered on August 6, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Social Security Number, Driver's License Number, Financial Account Information, Medical Information, Health Insurance Information.
•Affects individuals in: Massachusetts.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

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

Detailed summary

Lehigh Valley Restaurant Brands reported a data security event in August 2026 after discovering suspicious activity in January 2026. The company determined that certain files were copied without permission in December 2025.

The incident potentially involved Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial account information, medical information, and health insurance information, with specific data types varying by individual. The total number of affected individuals has not been publicly disclosed. A notice was filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General.

Further details about the incident may emerge as investigations continue. Official notification letters were sent to affected individuals on August 6, 2026.

Data possibly involved

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

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Took over 180 days or has not yet notified consumers

Breach Occurred

Dec 1, 2025

Company Discovered

Jan 1, 2026

Regulator Notified

Aug 6, 2026

Consumers Notified

Aug 6, 2026

31 days to discover

217 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

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

Case Status:

Investigation Open

We're actively investigating this case and seeking affected individuals.

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