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    Neil I. Sidi, C.P.A. Data Breach

    Key takeaways

    • Reports suggest a potential breach involving Neil I. Sidi, C.P.A..
    • Discovered on March 17, 2026.
    • Possible data exposed: Name, Other Personal Identifier.
    • Affects individuals in: Maine, New York.
    • Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

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    Detailed summary

    On January 29, 2026, Neil I. Sidi, C.P.A. experienced an external system breach due to hacking. The company discovered this breach on February 20, 2026, and reported it to the Attorney General of Maine on March 17, 2026. This incident affected 1,950 individuals in total, including 5 Maine residents.

    The compromised data types included names and other personal identifiers. The specific types of personal identifiers involved have not been fully disclosed. The company offered identity theft protection services through Transunion (via Cyberscout), including single-bureau credit monitoring/report/score, fraud assistance, and call center services. It remains unclear if other types of sensitive data common for a CPA firm, such as tax records or Social Security numbers, were also exposed.

    Additional details about this data breach may emerge as investigations continue. Notices to affected individuals may also be delayed.

    Data possibly involved

    • Name
    • Other Personal Identifier

    Company Response Timeline

    Response Grade
    A

    Notified consumers within 30 days of discovery

    Breach Occurred

    Jan 29, 2026

    Company Discovered

    Feb 20, 2026

    Regulator Notified

    Mar 17, 2026

    Consumers Notified

    Mar 17, 2026

    22 days to discover
    25 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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