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SCF Realty Funding LLC Data Breach

SCF Realty Funding LLC, a subsidiary of Essential Properties Realty Trust, notified individuals on September 18, 2026 of a data security incident involving their personal information.

SCF Realty Funding LLC
Date of Breach: Notification issued September 18, 2026 (exact breach date not disclosed)
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Who was affected:

Clients of SCF Realty Funding LLC

Impacted Data:

Names, in combination with other personal data elements not specified in the public notice

SCF Realty Funding LLC, a subsidiary of publicly traded real estate investment trust Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., recently notified individuals of a data security incident affecting their personal information. Companies involved in commercial real estate financing routinely maintain sensitive identity and financial records on tenants, borrowers, and other parties to their transactions, making the protection of that data an important responsibility.

SCF Realty Funding LLC’s Data Breach Investigation

On September 18, 2026, SCF Realty Funding LLC sent notification letters informing recipients of an incident that may affect the privacy of their information. According to the notice, the information involved included each recipient’s name in combination with certain other personal data elements specific to that individual. The company has not publicly disclosed the specific universal list of data types involved, how the incident occurred, when it began, or how many individuals were affected. In response to the incident, the company stated that it conducted a thorough investigation, notified law enforcement, changed network passwords, and reviewed its internal policies and procedures.

Companies in the commercial real estate finance sector are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals because they routinely handle both personal identity information and detailed financial records tied to property transactions, tenant relationships, and lending arrangements. A single compromised system at a real estate financing subsidiary can expose data belonging to a wide range of individuals connected to the parent company’s broader portfolio of properties and tenants, not just the subsidiary’s own direct customers.

Notification letters that describe exposed information only in general terms, such as a name combined with unspecified other personal data elements, are common when a company is still working through which specific data fields were affected for each individual, or when state law restricts how much technical detail must be disclosed in the consumer-facing letter itself. This kind of general language does not necessarily mean the exposed information was limited in scope, only that the company has chosen not to enumerate every category publicly at the time of notification.

Individuals who receive this type of notice are generally advised to treat the incident with the same level of caution as one involving a fully disclosed list of sensitive data types, since a name paired with any combination of Social Security numbers, financial account information, or other identifying data can be sufficient for identity theft or account fraud. Financial institutions and real estate lenders that experience a security incident typically respond by resetting network credentials and involving law enforcement, both of which SCF Realty Funding LLC reported doing in its notice.

When Did This Breach Occur?

SCF Realty Funding LLC’s notification letter, dated September 18, 2026, does not disclose the date the underlying incident began or when it was first discovered.

What Information Was Breached?

According to the notice, the information involved included each affected individual’s name in combination with one or more other personal data elements. The company has not publicly disclosed the specific universal list of data types affected across all recipients.

What You Can Do

Individuals who received a notice from SCF Realty Funding LLC should consider the following steps:

  • Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services offered in the notification letter
  • Place a fraud alert or credit freeze with the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion)
  • Review credit reports and account statements regularly for suspicious activity
  • Contact SCF Realty Funding LLC’s dedicated assistance line with questions about what specific information may have been affected
  • Request a free copy of your credit report at annualcreditreport.com

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against SCF Realty Funding LLC

If you received a notice that your personal information was exposed in the SCF Realty Funding LLC data security incident, you may have legal options available to you. Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A data breach occurs when sensitive, confidential, or protected information is accessed, stolen, or disclosed without authorization. Data breaches often occur through phishing emails, malware, weak passwords, insider threats, or unsecured databases. Indicators of a data breach can include unexpected password resets, suspicious account activity, unauthorized transactions, or notifications from companies about compromised information.If you suspect your data has been compromised, you must take measures and act quickly. Change passwords, enable two-factor authentication, review your financial accounts for unusual activity and consider freezing your credit.

Once stolen, your personal information may be sold on the dark web or used for identity theft and financial fraud. In some cases, hackers use the data to extort companies or launch further attacks. Victims often face long-term risks, including damage to credit and privacy.

If you receive a data breach notification, don’t ignore it. Immediately change passwords for the affected account and any others that share credentials. Enroll in any free credit monitoring services offered and monitor financial statements closely.

To pursue a data breach claim, you’ll need documentation showing your information was compromised and proof of resulting harm, such as fraudulent charges, credit score damage, or identity theft reports. Notification letters, financial records, and communication with the breached company can help support your claim.

Yes. If a company fails to protect consumer data or delays notifying victims, it may be held liable under state and federal privacy laws. Many victims join class action lawsuits to recover financial losses and hold negligent organizations accountable.

Data breach settlements vary widely depending on the size of the breach, type of data compromised, and damages suffered by victims. Payouts may include cash compensation, identity theft protection, or reimbursement for losses. Many settlements range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person. A skilled data breach lawyer can guide victims through the complex legal process, ensuring their rights are protected. If you’ve received a data breach notification or believe your personal data was exposed, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact Class Action U to learn more about how to join a data breach lawsuit and understand the process of filing.