Data Breach Summary
Vantage Financial Group (Vantage) has publicly announced a data breach involving unauthorized access to an employee’s email account. On or around February 5, 2025, Vantage issued written notifications to affected individuals, including one resident of Maine. Those impacted are advised to stay alert for potential identity theft and fraud.
The breach occurred between August 28, 2024, and September 5, 2024, when an unknown actor accessed the email account. The breach was discovered through unusual activity, prompting an immediate investigation by Vantage.
Upon discovering the suspicious activity, Vantage initiated a thorough investigation to assess the scope of the breach. The investigation revealed that the email account contained various personal data belonging to individuals, including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and financial account details.
Vantage completed its preliminary review of the email account on or around December 5, 2024. Since then, the company has been working to validate and confirm the personal data involved to ensure proper notification.
To help mitigate the potential risks associated with the breach, Vantage is offering complimentary access to one year of credit monitoring services for affected individuals.
The information exposed in the breach varies per individual, but the compromised data may include:
Names
Social Security numbers
Driver’s license numbers
Financial account information
If your personal information has been breached, it’s important to take immediate and proactive steps to minimize the potential impact and protect yourself from identity theft or fraud. Here are some general actions that you should consider taking:
Monitor Credit Reports: Check your credit reports regularly for suspicious activity.
Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Set up a fraud alert or freeze your credit to prevent unauthorized access.
Monitor Financial Accounts: Review bank and credit card statements for unfamiliar transactions.
Watch for Phishing Scams: Be cautious of unsolicited requests for personal information.
Change Passwords: Update passwords for online accounts and use strong, unique ones.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to online accounts.
Review Health and Insurance Info: Check for fraudulent charges if health data was exposed.
Given the sensitive nature of the breach, Class Action Lawyers partnered with Class Action U, are currently investigating whether affected individuals may have grounds to pursue a class action lawsuit against Vantage Financial Group. Those whose data was compromised could be entitled to compensation for any damages resulting from this incident.
If you were affected by the Vantage Financial Group data breach, you could be entitled to compensation for any potential damages resulting from this incident. Class Action U is here to help you navigate the process and connect you with experienced attorneys who specialize in data breach cases. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to explore your legal recourse.
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