Institute for Human Resources and Services Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

On February 11, 2026, The Institute for Human Resources and Services Inc. (Institute for Human Resources and Services) began notifying individuals of a cybersecurity incident that occurred in August 2025. If you received a breach letter, you may be entitled to compensation and complimentary identity protection services.

What Happened?

• August 13–14, 2025: An unauthorized actor accessed certain Institute for Human Resources and Services (IHRS) systems.
• August 14, 2025: IHRS detected suspicious activity and immediately secured its network.
• A forensic investigation confirmed that data stored on those systems could have been viewed or taken.
• February 11, 2026: IHRS mailed consumer notices after completing a detailed review of the affected files.

What Information Was Exposed?

According to the notice filed with the Maine Attorney General, the following categories of personal information may have been involved:

• Names
• One or more additional data elements contained in IHRS records (exact elements were listed in individual letters)

IHRS reports that it has no evidence of misuse or fraud stemming from the incident at this time.

How IHRS Responded

• Isolated and secured affected systems immediately after discovery.
• Engaged cybersecurity experts to investigate and determine scope.
• Notified federal law enforcement and state regulators.
• Implemented additional technical safeguards to reduce future risk.
• Offered complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll to all impacted individuals.

Steps You Can Take Now

If you received a notification letter:

• Enroll in the free Kroll identity monitoring service by following the instructions in your letter.
• Review bank, credit-card, and insurance statements for unfamiliar activity.
• Obtain your free annual credit reports and place fraud alerts if necessary.
• Preserve all letters and receipts related to any out-of-pocket losses.

Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

FAQ

I received a data breach letter from Institute for Human Resources and Services — what should I do?

Follow the enrollment instructions for the complimentary Kroll services, monitor your financial accounts, and consider consulting a data-breach attorney about your legal options.

How do I submit a claim related to the Institute for Human Resources and Services data breach?

Complete the contact form below to receive a free case assessment. An attorney will explain eligibility and next steps for joining a lawsuit or pursuing an individual claim.

Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Institute for Human Resources and Services?

You may qualify if your personal information was compromised between August 13-14, 2025 and you received IHRS’s February 2026 notice. Eligibility will ultimately depend on the court’s class certification criteria.

What information did the IHRS breach expose?

Names and one or more additional personal data elements maintained by IHRS. The exact elements vary by individual and are specified in each person’s notification letter.

Did IHRS offer credit monitoring, and for how long?

Yes. IHRS is providing complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll. The duration is specified in your enrollment instructions.

How many people were affected by the Institute for Human Resources and Services breach?

IHRS has not publicly disclosed the total number of impacted individuals as of the most recent update on February 12, 2026.

How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for IHRS?

You can download the Maine Attorney General filing directly from the link above titled “Download Official Breach Notice (PDF).”

Company Overview

• Website: ihrser.wpcomstaging.com
• Headquarters: 250 Pierce St, Ste 301, Kingston, PA, United States
• Industry: Social Services
• Year Founded: 1975
• Employees: ~140
• Facebook: @IHRSInc