Karnes Electric Cooperative Reports Data Security Incident in Texas

Karnes Electric Cooperative, Inc., a utility provider in Texas, officially reported a data security incident to the state's Attorney General on February 9, 2026. This public filing indicates that unauthorized access to their systems occurred on or around September 28, 2025.

The official filing confirms that this unauthorized access may have involved personal information maintained by the cooperative. While the specific categories of data exposed were not detailed in the public report, individuals who received a notification letter from Karnes Electric Cooperative should review it for details about their particular situation.

For those who received a direct notification from Karnes Electric Cooperative, it signifies that your data was likely among the information involved in this incident. It is important to carefully read this notice to understand any specific details or recommendations provided by the cooperative.

To help protect yourself, consider monitoring your financial accounts and reviewing free credit reports regularly for any unusual activity. Changing passwords for online accounts, especially those that might be linked to the affected information, is also a sensible precaution.

Staying vigilant for unexpected communications or transactions can help you identify and address potential misuse of your personal information quickly. These steps are general best practices for individuals impacted by data security events.