Co-op Credit Union Data Breach Lawsuit

Co-op Credit Union recently notified customers about a data security incident that may have involved personal information. Although the credit union has no evidence that the information has been misused, they are taking proactive steps to address the situation. Below, we provide details about the breach, the information that may have been affected, and how you can protect yourself.

Co-op Credit Union’s Data Breach Investigation

Co-op Credit Union recently discovered that an unauthorized party gained access to one of its employee email accounts. The unauthorized access occurred between April 8, 2025, and April 18, 2025. Upon learning of the breach, Co-op Credit Union quickly launched an internal investigation and engaged a third-party forensic firm to assess the situation and ensure the security of their email system.

The investigation revealed that the unauthorized actor potentially gained access to several items in the employee email account during the period of compromise. Although there is no evidence that this information has been used for identity theft or fraud, Co-op Credit Union is taking proactive steps to mitigate the risk of future breaches.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The unauthorized access took place between April 8, 2025, and April 18, 2025. The investigation into the breach was launched immediately upon discovery, and Co-op Credit Union completed a review of the affected items in the employee email account. A final assessment of the data involved was made on July 23, 2025.

What Information Was Breached?

Based on the investigation, it was determined that the unauthorized access may have involved the following personal information:

• Name
• Other sensitive personal data (specific details such as financial data were not disclosed)

Although Co-op Credit Union has no evidence that this information was used for identity theft or fraud, affected individuals are being notified so they can take appropriate steps to protect themselves.

What You Can Do

While there is no action required on your part, Co-op Credit Union encourages you to take the following steps to protect your personal information:

• Enroll in Complimentary Credit Monitoring: Co-op Credit Union is offering a complimentary two-year membership to Experian IdentityWorksSM Credit 3B. This service monitors your credit for potential misuse of your personal information and provides identity theft protection. To activate your membership, follow the instructions included in the notification.
• Monitor Your Accounts: Stay vigilant by reviewing your credit card statements, bank accounts, and other financial accounts for any suspicious activity.
• Review Your Credit Reports: It’s always a good idea to check your credit reports for any unusual activity. You are entitled to a free annual credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus.

Co-op Credit Union has also provided general reference information on how to protect your personal information, which can be useful in securing your data moving forward.

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