Awes.me Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On February 5, 2026, Awes.me notified regulators of a security incident that potentially exposed certain Flickr member information maintained by one of its email service providers. If you received a breach letter, understanding what was accessed and your next steps is critical. Use the information below to protect yourself and evaluate your legal rights.
What Happened?
According to the notice filed with the California Attorney General, Awes.me, Inc. (“Awes.me”) learned on February 5, 2026 of a vulnerability in a system operated by one of its email service providers. The flaw may have permitted unauthorized parties to view limited Flickr member data. Awes.me disabled access to the affected system within hours and began an investigation.
Information Exposed
The following details could have been accessible, depending on a user’s account:
- Your name and email address
- Flickr username and account type
- IP address and general location
- Activity on Flickr
The company confirmed that passwords and payment-card numbers were not impacted.
Company Response
- Disabled access to the vulnerable system and removed related links
- Notified the service provider and demanded a full investigation
- Launched an internal security review and is strengthening controls with third-party providers
- Informed relevant data-protection authorities
Steps You Can Take Now
- Be cautious of phishing emails referencing your Flickr account—Awes.me states it will never request your password via email.
- Log in at Flickr to review account settings for unfamiliar activity.
- If you reuse your Flickr password on other sites, create new, unique passwords on those platforms.
Potential Legal Options
Data-privacy laws allow individuals to pursue damages when companies fail to safeguard personal information. If you experienced fraud or other harm after the Awes.me breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Preserve all correspondence and consider speaking with a qualified data-privacy attorney to explore your rights.
Company Overview
Awes.me, Inc. (Awes.me) is a management-consulting firm headquartered at 67 E Evelyn Ave, Mountain View, CA, United States.
- Website: awes.me
- Founded: 2002
- Industry: Management Consulting Services
- Employees: Approximately 5 at headquarters; 43 total
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Awes.me — what should I do?
Review the letter carefully, follow Awes.me’s security recommendations, monitor your accounts for suspicious activity, and keep the notice for your records.
How do I submit a claim related to the Awes.me data breach?
Collect evidence of any fraud or expenses linked to the incident. Then consult a data-privacy attorney or consumer-rights firm to assess eligibility for a claim.
What information did the Awes.me breach expose?
Accessible data may have included your name, email address, Flickr username, account type, IP address, general location, and activity on Flickr.
Did Awes.me offer credit monitoring?
The notification does not mention complimentary credit-monitoring services.
How many people were affected by the Awes.me breach?
Awes.me has not publicly stated the total number of impacted individuals as of the most recent update.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Awes.me?
You can download the California Attorney General filing directly using the link above labeled “Download Official Breach Notice (PDF).”
