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    Young & Company Data Breach

    Key takeaways

    • Reports suggest a potential breach involving Young & Company.
    • Discovered on May 11, 2026.
    • Possible data exposed: Name, Other personal identifier.
    • Affects individuals in: Maine.
    • Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

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    Detailed summary

    Young & Company, a financial services entity based in Lake Mary, Florida, experienced an external system breach, identified as hacking, that occurred on February 24, 2025. The company discovered this breach on March 31, 2026, and subsequently notified consumers on May 11, 2026. This information was submitted by Lonnie Young, the owner of Young & Company, to the Maine Attorney General.

    The breach involved the compromise of names and other personal identifiers. At least one Maine resident was affected, with the total number of affected individuals not fully disclosed but reported to be at least one. It is unclear if individuals outside of Maine were affected. Identity theft protection services for 12 months were offered through IDX to affected individuals.

    Details about the total number of individuals affected beyond Maine are not publicly available at this time, and the full scope of the breach remains unclear. Additional information may emerge as investigations proceed.

    Data possibly involved

    • Name
    • Other personal identifier

    Company Response Timeline

    Response Grade
    B

    Notified consumers within 31–60 days

    Breach Occurred

    Feb 24, 2025

    Company Discovered

    Mar 31, 2026

    Regulator Notified

    Unknown

    Consumers Notified

    May 11, 2026

    400 days to discover
    41 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:
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    We're monitoring this situation for developments.

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