City of Royal Oak Data Breach: SSNs Exposed
By Join The Case · Published November 13, 2025 · Updated November 13, 2025 · 6 min read
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City of Royal Oak Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

On June 12, 2025, City of Royal Oak disclosed a data security incident that exposed sensitive personal information. If you received an official notification, you may qualify for complimentary credit monitoring and could explore legal remedies. Use the form on this page for a free, confidential case review.

Key Findings

  • Breach Date: June 12, 2025 (single-day incident)
  • Notice Filed: November 12, 2025 with the Massachusetts Attorney General
  • Total Individuals Affected: 1 (Massachusetts resident)
  • Data Exposed: Social Security numbers and driver’s-license numbers
  • Free Services Offered: 12-month single-bureau credit monitoring, credit report & score, and fraud assistance through Cyberscout (a TransUnion company)

What Happened?

City of Royal Oak, Michigan (City of Royal Oak) reported that its network experienced unauthorized activity limited to a brief period on June 12, 2025. The city immediately began an investigation, retained a national cybersecurity firm, and notified law enforcement. Forensic specialists confirmed the scope of the intrusion and the specific files that were accessed.

What Information Was Involved?

A meticulous review of the affected data revealed that the following personal information may have been exposed:

  • Social Security numbers
  • Driver’s-license numbers

The city stated it has no evidence that the information has been misused.

City of Royal Oak’s Response

Actions taken by the municipality include:

  • Launching an internal investigation within hours of detection
  • Engaging a national cybersecurity firm to assess scope and containment
  • Reporting the incident to law enforcement authorities
  • Evaluating additional security enhancements to prevent future occurrences
  • Offering affected individuals complimentary credit monitoring and fraud assistance services for 12 months via Cyberscout
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

Recommended Next Steps for Impacted Residents

  1. Enroll in the free credit-monitoring service at https://bfs.cyberscout.com/activate within 90 days of the letter date using your unique code.
  2. Review your credit reports and bank statements for unfamiliar activity.
  3. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the credit bureaus.
  4. Promptly report any suspected identity theft to the appropriate authorities.

Can You File a Data Breach Lawsuit?

State and federal privacy laws allow victims to seek monetary damages when negligent data-security practices compromise their information. A civil action can help recover out-of-pocket losses, the value of lost time, and enhanced credit-monitoring costs. Complete the form on this page to find out if you qualify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I received a data breach letter from City of Royal Oak — what should I do?
Follow the enrollment instructions provided in the letter to activate your free credit-monitoring service within 90 days and monitor your financial accounts closely.
How do I submit a claim related to the City of Royal Oak data breach?
Complete the evaluation form on this page or contact a qualified privacy attorney to discuss your eligibility for compensation.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against City of Royal Oak?
Affected individuals whose Social Security or driver’s-license numbers were exposed may qualify. Legal counsel can advise after a free case review.
What information did the City of Royal Oak breach expose?
The incident potentially compromised Social Security numbers and driver’s-license numbers.
Did City of Royal Oak offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. The city is offering 12 months of single-bureau credit monitoring, credit report and score, plus fraud assistance through Cyberscout.
How many people were affected by the City of Royal Oak breach?
The Massachusetts filing lists 1 impacted individual.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for City of Royal Oak?
You can download it directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s website using the button above.

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