Crown Mortgage Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Crown Mortgage data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Crown Mortgage, which potentially exposed sensitive personal identifiable information including names and Social Security numbers of affected individuals.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's office states that the Crown Mortgage data breach occurred due to a ransomware attack. While a ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the incident, Crown Mortgage has not officially confirmed these claims. An investigation was launched that confirmed that the compromised information includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Crown Mortgage on December 20, 2024, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Crown Mortgage data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Crown Mortgage
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Crown Mortgage Overview

Crown Mortgage Company operates in the mortgage lending industry since its founding in 1977. Operating from their headquarters in Oak Lawn, Illinois, the company has built a reputation for helping individuals and families navigate the complex journey of homeownership through personalized mortgage solutions.

With over four decades of experience, Crown Mortgage has developed expertise in a comprehensive range of lending products. Their service portfolio includes traditional conventional loans for established homebuyers, Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans designed to assist first-time homeowners with more flexible qualification requirements, Veterans Affairs (VA) loans providing specialized options for military service members and veterans, and various refinancing solutions to help existing homeowners optimize their mortgage terms.

With a team of approximately 30 professionals, Crown Mortgage generates an annual revenue of around $12 million.

Crown Mortgage Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Crown Mortgage data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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