Understanding your MathWorks, Inc. data breach notification letter
If a MathWorks, Inc. letter arrived in your mailbox, here is what it means, why you received it, and the free steps you can take right now.
Why you received this letter
MathWorks, Inc. is a prominent technology company specializing in the development of mathematical computing software, such as MATLAB and Simulink, used by engineers and scientists worldwide. As a software provider, the company typically collects and stores sensitive information including user account credentials, professional contact details, billing information, and technical licensing data. In 2025, MathWorks, Inc. officially reported a data security incident to the New Hampshire Attorney General. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal information may have been involved in this unauthorized access event. This notice is intended to inform you of the situation and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your personal data from potential misuse.
What to do after the letter
Confirm the notice is genuine
A legitimate MathWorks, Inc. notice references the specific incident reported to the New Hampshire Attorney General and describes which categories of your information were involved. Compare the letter against the public filing before acting on any links or phone numbers it contains.
Keep the letter — it is your proof of connection
The notification letter is the document that ties your personal information to this incident. Keep the original and photograph it. If you later request a case review, this letter is the strongest evidence that you were among the affected individuals.
Protect your accounts and credit
Depending on what was exposed, consider a free credit freeze with all three bureaus, new passwords for reused credentials, and monitoring of financial statements. These steps are free and do not require you to wait for anyone's permission.
Check the record against the public filing
You can verify the MathWorks, Inc. incident against the filing reported to the New Hampshire Attorney General. This registry summarizes what was filed; it does not provide legal advice.
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