Primerica Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent PFS Investments Inc., a broker-dealer affiliated with Primerica data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Primerica, which resulted in unauthorized access to consumers' sensitive personal identifiable information, including.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's office indicates that PFS Investments Inc., a broker-dealer subsidiary of Primerica, experienced a data security incident that compromised sensitive consumer data. While the exact nature of the incident remains under investigation, the breach resulted in unauthorized access to confidential customer information. The company has not yet released detailed information about the specific cause of the breach, and it remains unclear whether this was a direct cyber attack or a third-party vendor incident. The compromised information includes:

• names,
• Social Security numbers,
• financial account information,
• and driver's license numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Primerica on January 17, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and the specific types of personal information that may have been compromised in their individual cases.

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 Primerica data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Primerica
   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.

Primerica Overview

PFS Investments Inc. functions as the broker-dealer subsidiary of Primerica, Inc., a financial services corporation based in Duluth, Georgia. The organization maintains a significant presence in the middle-income financial services market, with operations spanning multiple financial products including term life insurance, mutual funds, annuities, and debt consolidation solutions. Their business structure relies on a network of independent representatives who distribute financial products and services to clients. Primerica employs approximately 2,200 individuals and generates annual revenue of $2.7 billion. Through its subsidiary PFS Investments, the organization provides investment services and products as part of its financial services portfolio.

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

How do you know that you were affected by the Primerica 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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