Modco Media Reports Data Security Incident Affecting Indiana
Modco Media has reported a data security incident that occurred on December 12, 2025, impacting individuals in Indiana. The company formally filed notice of this breach on January 8, 2026. Modco Media is currently investigating the full scope of the incident.
- State
- IN
- Breach date
- December 12, 2025
- Reported
- January 8, 2026
Modco Media has publicly filed notice of a data security incident affecting individuals in Indiana. The incident was identified to have occurred on December 12, 2025, and was formally reported to regulators on January 8, 2026, according to official records.
The specific types of personal information that may have been exposed as a result of this incident were not detailed in the available public filing. Therefore, individuals should be aware that various forms of their personal information could be involved.
The exact number of people affected by the Modco Media incident is currently unspecified in the public record. The company has stated that the incident remains under investigation to determine its full scope and impact.
Individuals who believe they may be affected by this breach are advised to remain vigilant. Regularly review account statements and credit reports for any unauthorized activity. Be cautious of unexpected emails, calls, or texts requesting personal details, as these could be phishing attempts.
Consider taking general precautions such as placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit reports with the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). This can help prevent new accounts from being opened in your name without your authorization.
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 Modco Media data breach
- Where can I see the official Modco Media breach notice?
- Modco Media's report is published by the IN Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#modco-media-2026 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
- What should I do after getting the Modco Media 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 Modco Media data breach letter legit or a scam?
- A notice from Modco Media in the mail matches the breach Modco Media reported to the IN Attorney General on January 8, 2026. 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 Modco Media through a phone number or website you find yourself.
- Did Modco Media offer free credit monitoring?
- Any free monitoring Modco Media is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Using the free service won't stop you from joining a lawsuit or settlement later.
- Can I sue Modco Media over the data breach?
- It depends on what was exposed, the law in IN 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 Modco Media 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 Modco Media. 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 Modco Media data breach settlement or claim be worth?
- There is no set amount, and no Modco Media 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 Modco Media 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: IN Attorney General filing
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