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Updated 16 days ago

United Underwriters Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving United Underwriters.
•Discovered on September 22, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Personal Information.
•Affects individuals in: California.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

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Detailed summary

United Underwriters, an insurance brokerage, experienced a data breach where an unauthorized actor downloaded files containing personal information. The incident occurred on May 1, 2026, and the company sent a notification letter and filed notice with the California Attorney General. This disclosure was made via the California Attorney General's office.

The public source indicates that files containing "personal information" were downloaded, but it does not publicly list the exact data elements. The total number of affected individuals has not been definitively disclosed. While California is confirmed as an affected state due to the Attorney General filing, no other states are clearly identified.

Specific types of data, such as SSN, medical, or financial data, have not been publicly confirmed. Details regarding the exact data elements and the definitive number of affected individuals remain unclear. Further information may emerge as the matter develops.

Data possibly involved

Personal Information

Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

May 1, 2026

Company Discovered

Unknown

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Unknown

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:

Monitoring

We're monitoring this situation for developments.

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