Mission Bank Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Mission Bank data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Mission Bank, which exposed sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the California Attorney General's office states that the Mission Bank data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident. On December 2, 2024, the financial institution detected unauthorized access to portions of its computer network, leading to an investigation involving law enforcement and cybersecurity experts. The compromised data includes:

• Names and addresses
• Social Security numbers
• Dates of birth
• Telephone numbers
• Driver's license numbers
• Passport numbers
• Financial account numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Mission Bank on January 7, 2025, 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 Mission Bank data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Mission Bank
   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.

Mission Bank Overview

Mission Bancorp functions as a financial holding company headquartered in Bakersfield, California. The organization operates through Mission Bank, maintaining a network of 13 branch locations throughout California. Their operational structure encompasses commercial lending services, treasury management operations, and retail banking functions. With a workforce of 128 employees, the institution generates annual revenue of $49 million. Their business model includes deposit account services, lending programs, and treasury management solutions delivered through their California branch network.

Mission Bank Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Mission Bank 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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