Prudential Financial Data Breach

Prudential Financial recently reported a data breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office, which was caused by a cybersecurity incident that allowed unauthorized access to customer information. Upon discovering the breach, Prudential took immediate action to investigate and mitigate the situation. The company reviewed the incident thoroughly and identified the specific information that may have been compromised.

While there is no evidence suggesting misuse of information, individuals affiliated with Prudential Financial are encouraged to stay alert for any signs of suspicious activity related to their personal data. To safeguard against potential misuse, it’s advisable to regularly monitor financial statements, update passwords, and be cautious of phishing attempts. For further guidance on protecting yourself after a data breach, we recommend exploring this resource on how to respond to such incidents and the proactive steps you can take.

What Information Was Involved?

The information that may have been accessed by an unauthorized individual includes:

• Name
• Mailing address
• Date of birth
• Last four digits of Social Security number
• Type of annuity product purchased
• Product policy and/or account number

How to Know if You Were Affected

If you received a data breach notification from Prudential Financial, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Prudential Financial data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:

• Loss of privacy
• Time spent addressing the breach
• Out-of-pocket costs
• Emotional distress

A successful case could also compel the Prudential Financial, to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.