Commonwealth Business Bank Confirms Data Security Event to California AG
Commonwealth Business Bank has reported a data security incident to California authorities. The filing indicates that some personal information may have been involved in the event, which occurred in late January 2025. Individuals who received a notice from the bank should consider taking general steps to protect their information.
- State
- CA
- Breach date
- January 25, 2025
- Reported
- August 13, 2025
Commonwealth Business Bank submitted a data breach notification to California regulators on August 13, 2025, concerning a security incident that took place on January 25, 2025.
The specific nature of this incident, identified simply as a data security event, has not been detailed in public records. The bank has indicated that it is currently investigating the matter.
While the specific categories of information involved were not specified in the public filing, individuals who receive notification letters should understand that the incident may have exposed personal information. The bank's notice serves to inform those potentially affected by the event.
Anyone who has been notified about this incident should remain vigilant. It is generally advisable to monitor financial account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit if you are concerned.
Additionally, be cautious of unsolicited communications that request personal details. Reputable organizations will not ask for sensitive information via unsecure emails or phone calls. These details are based on the official public filing with state regulatory bodies.
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
What to know about the Commonwealth Business Bank data breach
- Where can I see the official Commonwealth Business Bank breach notice?
- Commonwealth Business Bank's report is published by the CA Attorney General: https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/databreach/list#commonwealth-business-bank-2025-08-13 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
- What should I do after getting the Commonwealth Business Bank data breach notice?
- Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
- Is the Commonwealth Business Bank data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from Commonwealth Business Bank in the mail matches the breach Commonwealth Business Bank reported to the CA Attorney General on August 13, 2025. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Commonwealth Business Bank through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- Did Commonwealth Business Bank offer free credit monitoring?
- Any free monitoring Commonwealth Business Bank is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
- Can I sue Commonwealth Business Bank over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in CA and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
- Is there a Commonwealth Business Bank data breach class action lawsuit?
- Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Commonwealth Business Bank. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
- How much could a Commonwealth Business Bank data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no Commonwealth Business Bank settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.
- Do I need a Commonwealth Business Bank data breach lawyer or attorney?
- An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
Source: CA Attorney General filing
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