CNHI Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On December 8, 2025, newspaper publisher CNHI disclosed a network intrusion that led to the removal of files containing sensitive personal information. Individuals who received a CNHI breach letter may have had their names and Social Security numbers exposed.
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Key Facts of the CNHI Breach
- Intrusion window: April 27 – May 17, 2025
- Type of attack: Unauthorized network access resulting in data exfiltration
- Data review completion: November 19, 2025
- Consumer notification date: December 8, 2025
- Data exposed: Name + Social Security number
- Credit monitoring offered: One-year Experian IdentityWorks membership
Timeline of Events
April 27 – May 17, 2025: An unauthorized actor accessed CNHI’s computer network and removed certain files.
Upon discovery: CNHI secured its systems and opened an investigation.
November 19, 2025: Forensic review identified files that contained affected individuals’ personal information.
December 8, 2025: Formal breach notices were mailed, and a notice was filed with the Maine Attorney General.
What Information Was Involved?
The exposed files included the following data elements:
- Name
- Social Security number
Actions CNHI Reports Taking
According to the notice, CNHI has:
- Secured its network and implemented additional security protocols
- Engaged Experian to provide complimentary IdentityWorks membership for impacted individuals
Recommended Next Steps for Affected Individuals
- Enroll in the free Experian IdentityWorks service before the deadline listed in your letter.
- Monitor bank and credit accounts for unfamiliar activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the nationwide credit bureaus.
- Keep all breach-related correspondence in a safe place — you may need it for future claims.
- Request a free legal case review to understand potential compensation options.
Company Overview
CNHI, LLC (CNHI) owns and operates more than 90 daily and non-daily newspapers across the United States.
- Website: cnhi.com
- Headquarters: 445 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama, United States
- Industry: Newspaper publishing
- Year founded: 1997
- Employee count: 6,501
- Parent organization: Retirement Systems of Alabama
- LinkedIn: @CNHI
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from CNHI — what should I do?
Activate the free Experian IdentityWorks membership offered in your letter, monitor financial statements closely, and consult a data-privacy attorney to explore your legal rights.
How do I submit a claim related to the CNHI data breach?
Use the secure form on this page to request a complimentary case evaluation. An attorney will explain eligibility and outline the claims process.
What information did the CNHI breach expose?
The notice states that names and Social Security numbers were included in the compromised files.
Did CNHI offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. CNHI is providing a one-year subscription to Experian IdentityWorks at no cost to affected individuals.
How many people were affected by the CNHI breach?
The filing in Maine does not disclose the total number of impacted individuals.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for CNHI?
You can download it directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above.