Lincoln Financial Data Breach: SSNs Exposed
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By Join The Case · Published December 5, 2025 · Updated December 5, 2025 · 6 min read
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Dapeer Law, P.A., a top-rated class action law firm, is investigating the Lincoln Financial data breach. If you received notice that your information was exposed during this breach, you may be entitled to compensation. It's free to join our investigation to see if we can help you recover.

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Lincoln Financial Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

Received a data breach letter from Lincoln Financial? You may qualify for compensation and no-cost identity-protection benefits. Contact us for a free, confidential case review today.

Key Facts at a Glance

  • Breach disclosed: December 5, 2025 (Massachusetts Attorney General filing)
  • Notice mailed: November 13, 2025
  • Total individuals affected: 1 (Massachusetts resident)
  • Data exposed: Financial account information, Social Security numbers
  • Complimentary credit monitoring: 2-year Experian IdentityWorks membership

What Happened?

The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company (Lincoln Financial) determined that an unauthorized party accessed personal information related to one individual. The company’s Corporate Privacy Office was notified, and internal measures were initiated to prevent a recurrence. Lincoln Financial states it has no indication that the compromised data has been misused.

What Information Was Involved?

According to the company’s notice to the Massachusetts Attorney General, the breach exposed:

  • Financial account information
  • Social Security numbers

Company Response

Lincoln Financial is taking the following actions:

  • Alerted its Corporate Privacy Office and implemented additional safeguards.
  • Offered affected individuals a complimentary two-year subscription to Experian IdentityWorks. The enrollment code remains valid for 60 days from the date of the letter.

Steps You Can Take Now

Lincoln Financial recommends that you remain vigilant and review your financial accounts and credit reports regularly. Additional options you may consider include:

  • Order free annual credit reports at annualcreditreport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228.
  • Place a fraud alert with any nationwide credit bureau: Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion.
  • Consider a no-cost security freeze to block new credit in your name.
  • Report suspected identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov.

Important Dates

  • November 13, 2025: Consumer notification letters sent.
  • December 5, 2025: Breach reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

Company Overview

Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Lincoln National Corporation.

  • Website: lfg.com
  • Headquarters: 150 North Radnor Chester Road, Radnor, PA, USA
  • Founded: 1905
  • Industry: Insurance
  • Employees: 11,000
  • Parent company: Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC)

Frequently Asked Questions

I received a data breach letter from Lincoln Financial — what should I do?

Enroll in the complimentary Experian IdentityWorks service within 60 days of the notice, monitor your financial accounts, and consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit reports.

How do I submit a claim related to the Lincoln Financial data breach?

Complete the form on this page or contact our team for a no-obligation case evaluation. We will explain your legal options and file all necessary paperwork at no upfront cost.

Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Lincoln Financial?

If you received the November 13, 2025 notification letter, you may qualify. Eligibility depends on factors such as residency, data exposed, and resulting losses. Request a free review to learn more.

What data did the Lincoln Financial breach expose?

The incident involved Social Security numbers and financial account information.

Did Lincoln Financial offer credit monitoring, and for how long?

Yes. The company is providing a two-year Experian IdentityWorks membership at no cost to the affected individual.

How many people were affected by the Lincoln Financial breach?

Lincoln Financial reported the breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General as affecting one individual.

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

You can download it directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s website using the button above.

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