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TruView Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving TruView.
•Discovered on July 18, 2024.
•Possible data exposed: Name, SSN, Driver's License Number.
•Affects individuals in: Maine.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

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

Detailed summary

TruView BSI, a company providing private investigation and background screening services, confirmed a data breach involving unauthorized access to its systems. The breach occurred between July 18, 2024, and August 15, 2024, but was not discovered until March 4, 2026. The company disclosed the breach on April 15, 2026, and initiated a notification process for affected individuals.

The confirmed data types exposed in this incident include names, Social Security numbers (SSNs), and driver's license numbers. The exact number of affected individuals has not been publicly specified, and it remains unclear if financial or medical data was involved. Maine residents are among those being notified.

Details about this breach may continue to emerge as investigations proceed, and notification timelines can vary.

Data possibly involved

Name
SSN
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Driver's License Number
Can be used for identity fraud

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Notified consumers within 31–60 days

Breach Occurred

Jul 18, 2024

Company Discovered

Mar 4, 2026

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Apr 15, 2026

594 days to discover

42 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

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

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