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Wikoff Color Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Wikoff Color.
•Discovered on August 15, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: Full name, Date of birth, Social Security Number.
•Affects individuals in: New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Nebraska.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by company.

Breach confirmed

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

Detailed summary

Wikoff Color Corporation, an ink and coatings manufacturer based in South Carolina, disclosed a data security incident that occurred between June 26, 2026, and July 6, 2026. The company stated an employee was targeted in a voice phishing (vishing) scheme, which led to unauthorized access to internal company files. The incident was disclosed to state regulators, with consumer notification letters reportedly issued on July 27, 2026.

The confirmed data types exposed in the incident include full names, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers. Public summaries also referenced filings with the Massachusetts Attorney General and a notice to the Nebraska Attorney General. The exact number of affected individuals has not been publicly confirmed by the company.

Details surrounding this incident, including the full scope of data compromised and the precise number of affected individuals, may emerge as further information becomes available or as regulatory processes continue.

Data possibly involved

Full name
Date of birth
Often used in combination with other data for identity theft
Social Security Number
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Notified consumers within 31–60 days

Breach Occurred

Jun 26, 2026

Company Discovered

Jun 26, 2026

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Jul 27, 2026

0 days to discover

31 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:

Monitoring

We're monitoring this situation for developments.

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