Karr & Boucher Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Accounting firm Karr & Boucher confirmed that an August 2025 email-account breach exposed personal and financial data belonging to certain individuals. If you received a notice dated January 6, 2026, you may be eligible for free credit monitoring and potential legal remedies—act quickly to protect your rights.
Breach Timeline
- August 12 2025 — Firm discovered a potential business email compromise and secured the affected account.
- December 4 2025 — Third-party forensic investigation concluded that an unauthorized actor may have accessed sensitive data.
- December 9 2025 — Detailed review of impacted emails/files completed; personal information confirmed at risk.
- January 6 2026 — Consumer notification letters mailed.
- January 7 2026 — Breach reported to the Maine Attorney General.
What Information Was Involved?
The forensic review indicates the following data may have been accessed:
- First and last name
- Last four digits of Social Security number
- QuickBooks username and password
- Citizens Bank username and password
- Bank statements
- Credit card number, including CVV
Remedial Actions by Karr & Boucher
Since discovery, the firm reports that it:
- Secured the compromised email account.
- Engaged an independent cybersecurity firm for a forensic investigation.
- Enhanced technical security measures and internal procedures to reduce future risk.
- Is offering complimentary Single-Bureau Credit Monitoring, Credit Report, and Credit Score services through Kroll for 12 months.
Steps You Can Take Now
If you received the breach letter, Karr & Boucher urges you to:
- Enroll in the free Kroll credit-monitoring service within 90 days at bfs.cyberscout.com/activate using your unique code.
- Monitor bank, credit-card, and QuickBooks accounts for unfamiliar activity.
- Review your credit reports and place fraud alerts or security freezes if necessary.
- Contact the firm’s dedicated call center at 1-800-405-6108 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET) with questions.
Company Overview
Karr & Boucher, P.L.L.C. (“Karr & Boucher”) is an accounting firm headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire.
- Website: karrboucher.com
- Contact: karrboucher.com/contact-us
- Address: 16 Salmon St, Suite 3, Manchester, NH 03104, USA
- Industry: Accounting
- Founded: 1989
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Karr & Boucher — what should I do?
Follow the enrollment instructions for the free Kroll credit-monitoring service within 90 days, monitor your accounts, and consider speaking with a data-breach attorney about your legal options.
What information did the Karr & Boucher breach expose?
Potentially exposed data includes names, last four digits of SSN, bank and QuickBooks credentials, bank statements, and credit-card information with CVV.
Did Karr & Boucher offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. The firm is providing Single-Bureau Credit Monitoring, Credit Report, and Credit Score services through Kroll for 12 months at no cost to affected individuals.
How do I enroll in the Karr & Boucher credit monitoring service?
Visit bfs.cyberscout.com/activate, enter your unique code, and complete the verification steps within 90 days of receiving your letter.
How many people were affected by the Karr & Boucher data breach?
The firm has not disclosed the total number of impacted individuals in its public filing.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Karr & Boucher?
If your data was compromised, you may have legal rights to compensation for time and losses. Consult a qualified data-breach attorney to evaluate your claim.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Karr & Boucher?
You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above or this link.