Civil Service Employees Association Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Members of the Civil Service Employees Association are now learning that an unauthorized party accessed sensitive member data, including Social Security numbers. If you received a breach notice, a free, confidential case review can help you understand your legal options.
What Happened?
Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL-CIO (Civil Service Employees Association) discovered suspicious activity on its computer systems on May 30, 2025. A forensic investigation confirmed that an unauthorized party accessed the union’s network between May 3 and May 31, 2025 and obtained files containing member information.
The union issued consumer notification letters on January 20, 2026.
Information Exposed
The investigation determined the following data elements were involved:
- Name
- Social Security Number
Company Response
According to the notice filed with the Maine Attorney General, Civil Service Employees Association:
- Immediately contained the incident by taking systems offline and changing passwords
- Deployed advanced security and detection software
- Restored systems from secure backups
- Engaged leading cybersecurity professionals to investigate and remediate the breach
- Implemented additional security measures and reported the incident to government agencies
Steps You Can Take
The union recommends that impacted individuals:
- Remain vigilant and review free credit reports
- Monitor bank and credit-card statements for unauthorized activity
- Promptly report any suspicious transactions to financial institutions
- Review the “Additional Resources” included in the mailed notice for more protections
Timeline of Key Events
- Unauthorized access window: May 3 – May 31, 2025
- Incident discovered: May 30, 2025
- Consumer notices mailed: January 20, 2026
- State reporting (Maine): January 20, 2026
Company Overview
Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) is a labor union representing public-sector employees across New York.
- Website: cseany.org
- Headquarters: 143 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, United States
- Year founded: 1910
- Industry: Labor Union
- Membership: 300,000+ members
- Parent organization: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
- Social: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Instagram
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Civil Service Employees Association — what should I do?
Follow the steps outlined in the letter, including monitoring your financial accounts and credit reports. If you notice suspicious activity, contact the relevant institution immediately.
How do I submit a claim related to the Civil Service Employees Association data breach?
You may be eligible to pursue compensation for any losses. Request a free case evaluation to learn about your legal rights and the claims process.
What information did the Civil Service Employees Association breach expose?
The incident involved members’ names and Social Security numbers.
Did Civil Service Employees Association offer credit monitoring?
The notice encourages vigilance and provides additional resources, but it does not state that complimentary credit monitoring is being offered.
How many people were affected by the Civil Service Employees Association breach?
The total number of impacted individuals has not been disclosed in the state filing.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Civil Service Employees Association?
You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above.
