National Public Data Breach (2024)

In litigation Small payouts ($5-$50) class_action · data_breach

National Public Data breach - billions of records incl. SSNs leaked by a background-check broker

Eligibility hint

Are a US individual whose SSN or personal data appeared in the leaked National Public Data database

Estimated payout range

$5 – $500

Current score

0.64 / 1.00

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In 2024 a hacker leaked a database compiled by National Public Data (Jerico Pictures), a background-check data broker, reportedly containing billions of records including names, addresses and Social Security numbers scraped without individuals' consent. The company later filed for bankruptcy. Class actions allege it failed to secure and had no right to hold the data. Eligibility centers on having had your SSN or personal data in the leaked database - potentially most US adults.

Brands: national public datajerico pictures
Products: data breachsocial security numberbackground checkdata brokeridentity theft

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for the National Public Data Breach (2024) case?

You may qualify if the following applies to you: Are a US individual whose SSN or personal data appeared in the leaked National Public Data database. Eligibility criteria can change as the case develops.

How much could a National Public Data Breach (2024) claim be worth?

Estimated payouts range from $5 to $500 depending on individual circumstances. These are estimates based on comparable outcomes, not guarantees.

What is the current status of the National Public Data Breach (2024) case?

In litigation. In 2024 a hacker leaked a database compiled by National Public Data (Jerico Pictures), a background-check data broker, reportedly containing billions of records including names, addresses and Social Security numbers scraped without individuals' consent. The company later filed for bankruptcy. Class actions allege it failed to secure and had no right to hold the data. Eligibility centers on having had your SSN or personal data in the leaked database - potentially most US adults.

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