Canary Benefits Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On December 17, 2025, Canary Benefits notified regulators of a cybersecurity incident that exposed sensitive personal information. Our legal team is now investigating potential claims on behalf of individuals who received a breach letter. If you were notified, complete the form on this page to learn your rights.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)Key Facts
- Notice mailed to consumers: December 15, 2025
- Regulator filing date: December 17, 2025 (Massachusetts Attorney General)
- Total individuals affected: 1 (Massachusetts resident)
- Data involved: first and last names, Social Security numbers
- Credit-monitoring offered: 24-month Cyberscout (TransUnion) package
What Happened?
According to the letter filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General, Canary Benefits, Inc. (Canary Benefits) experienced a cybersecurity event that may have exposed personal data belonging to one individual. While the company stated it has no evidence of misuse, it elected to notify the affected person and regulatory authorities out of an abundance of caution.
Information Exposed
The breach letter lists the following categories as potentially impacted:
- First and last name
- Social Security number
Company Response
Canary Benefits offered the impacted individual complimentary identity-protection services:
- 24 months of Single-Bureau Credit Monitoring, Credit Report and Credit Score through Cyberscout
- Guidance on placing fraud alerts, security freezes and other protective measures
Your Next Steps
- Activate the free Cyberscout services using the instructions in your letter.
- Review bank, credit-card and insurance statements for unauthorized activity.
- Consider placing a free fraud alert or credit freeze with the bureaus.
- Complete the form on this page to discuss potential legal remedies at no cost.
Company Overview
Industry Financial Services
Year Founded 2021
Headquarters 5 Union Square West #10, New York, NY, United States
Website workwithcanary.com
LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/workwithcanary
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Canary Benefits — what should I do?
Enroll in the free Cyberscout services, monitor your financial accounts, and consult with a data-privacy attorney to explore your legal options.
How do I submit a claim related to the Canary Benefits data breach?
Submit your details through the form on this page. An attorney will review your situation and explain possible claims.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Canary Benefits?
If your personal information was included in the breach, you may qualify. Eligibility is confirmed after reviewing your breach notification.
What information did the Canary Benefits breach expose?
The company reported that first and last names and Social Security numbers were potentially accessed.
Did Canary Benefits offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. Canary Benefits arranged 24 months of complimentary monitoring through Cyberscout.
How many people were affected by the Canary Benefits breach?
The filing indicates one individual was affected.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Canary Benefits?
Use the button near the top of this article to download the letter directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s website.