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MonitoringCalifornia AG filing · September 25, 2026

Financial Administrative Support Services Reports Data Breach in California

Financial Administrative Support Services, a third-party administrative provider, reported a data breach to California authorities on September 25, 2026. The incident exposed a range of sensitive personal and financial data, potentially increasing risks for affected individuals. Individuals who receive notification should remain vigilant regarding their personal information.

State
California
Breach date
May 26, 2025
Reported
September 25, 2026

What may have been exposed

  • Full Name
  • Social Security Number
  • Date of Birth
  • Financial Account Number
  • Routing Number
  • Wage and Compensation Information
  • Tax Return Information
  • Direct Deposit Account Details
  • Mailing Address

Financial Administrative Support Services, a company offering back-office support and payroll processing, formally reported a data security incident to California regulators on September 25, 2026. The breach date is listed as May 26, 2025, indicating unauthorized access occurred over a year before its disclosure.

The compromised data categories include Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Financial Account Number, Routing Number, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, and Mailing Address.

Exposure of this combination of personal and financial information creates an elevated risk for identity theft and various forms of financial fraud. Individuals affected may face a heightened risk of unauthorized access to accounts, fraudulent tax filings, or other misuse of their personal details.

Those who receive an official notification about this incident should take steps to protect themselves. It is advisable to carefully review bank statements, credit card accounts, and explanations of benefits for any suspicious activity. Monitoring credit reports from the three major bureaus (Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion) can help detect fraudulent accounts opened in one's name. Being cautious of unsolicited emails, phone calls, or texts requesting personal information is also recommended.

This information is compiled from official data breach notification filings made with the state of California.

What to do if you were affected

Based on the categories of information reported in this filing, these steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud.

  • Freeze your credit

    Place a free credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name and can be lifted anytime.

  • Guard against tax fraud

    File your tax return as early as possible and consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN so no one can file a fraudulent return in your name.

  • Watch your financial accounts

    Review bank and card statements for unfamiliar activity and turn on transaction alerts. Report anything you don't recognize to your bank right away.

  • 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.

Source: California Attorney General filing

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