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Exeter Finance Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Oct 5, 2024 12:30:00 PM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Exeter Finance data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Exeter Finance, which may have affected many individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Attorney General of Texas states that the Exeter Finance data breach occurred due to unauthorized access to confidential information prompting an investigation. The breached information varies depending on the individual, but may include:

- Names

- Social Security numbers

- Driver's license numbers

- Financial information

- Addresses

- Dates of birth

Data breach letters were likely sent out by Exeter Finance on or around October 3, 2024 when they filed notice of the breach with the Attorney General of Texas, 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
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Exeter Finance data breach
  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible 

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.

 

Exeter Finance Overview

Located in Irving, Texas, Exeter Finance, LLC is an automobile financing company that allows consumers to purchase vehicles through its auto loan products. Exeter was acquired by Blackstone Group in 2011, and then more recently by Warburg Pincus in 2021.

 

Exeter Finance Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don't Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Exeter Finance 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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