Colaberry, Inc., a company based in Burlington, Massachusetts, recently reported a data breach involving unauthorized access to personal information. The breach, which occurred on February 5, 2026, was discovered the following day, and affected sensitive data for one Maine resident. Affected individuals may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit for compensation.
Colaberry, Inc.’s Data Breach Investigation
Colaberry, Inc. (“Colaberry”), a company specializing in data analytics and training services, discovered a data breach on February 6, 2026, when suspicious activity was detected. The breach, which occurred on February 5, 2026, involved unauthorized access to files containing sensitive personal data.
The company immediately took steps to secure its systems and conducted an investigation into the breach. The investigation revealed that the exposed data could include personal information such as names, Social Security numbers, and other identifiers. The company sent a notification to affected individuals on March 24, 2026, in compliance with applicable data breach notification laws.
While Colaberry has confirmed that it has no evidence of any misuse of the exposed data, it is offering a complimentary 24-month subscription to credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. These services include credit monitoring and identity theft protection to help mitigate the risks associated with the breach.
Colaberry also implemented additional security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future and is providing guidance to affected individuals on how to protect their personal information.
When Did This Breach Occur?
- Breach Date: February 5, 2026
- Breach Discovered: February 6, 2026
- Consumer Notification Date: March 24, 2026
What Information Was Breached?
The compromised information may have included:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Other personal identifiers
This type of personal information can be used for identity theft, financial fraud, or other malicious activities.
What You Can Do
If you received a notification from Colaberry, Inc. or believe your information was compromised, here are the steps you should take to protect yourself:
- Enroll in Identity Protection Services: Colaberry is offering a 24-month subscription to credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Cyberscout. Be sure to enroll in these services as soon as possible to take full advantage of the protection they provide.
- Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Regularly review your bank and credit card statements for unauthorized transactions. Immediately report any discrepancies to your financial institution.
- Review Your Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Request your reports and look for any signs of fraudulent accounts or credit inquiries.
- Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file, which will require creditors to verify your identity before extending credit. Alternatively, you may opt for a credit freeze, which restricts access to your credit report entirely.
- Stay Cautious of Phishing and Fraud: Be wary of unsolicited communications that request personal information. Scammers often use stolen data to trick individuals into revealing more sensitive details.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Colaberry, Inc.
If you were notified by Colaberry, Inc. or believe your personal information was compromised in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit and seek compensation for any harm caused by the breach.
Class action lawsuits allow affected individuals to recover damages related to identity theft, fraud, and the time and resources spent addressing the breach. By participating in a class action, you can ensure your voice is heard and hold companies accountable for their failure to adequately protect sensitive data.
Contact us at Class Action U, where we can connect you with an experienced attorney skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve received a notice about this breach, discovered you were impacted, or have questions about your rights, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to get started. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner, and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.
