The Fresno County Department of Social Services (DSS) experienced a personal data breach involving unauthorized employee access to a client data file. The county discovered this anomalous activity on June 2, 2026, and determined the access occurred on August 26, 2025. The county has stated there is no indication of misuse of the exposed data. The breach exposed client names, addresses, Client Index Numbers (CIN) or Medi-Cal numbers, phone numbers, and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) case numbers. The number of individuals affected has not been disclosed, and the exposed data does not include SSNs or financial account data. The incident appears to be contained within California. Details are subject to change as the situation develops, and additional information may emerge over time. Notification to consumers may be ongoing or delayed.