LPL Financial Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On December 26, 2025, LPL Financial disclosed that foreign threat actors accessed certain advisor online accounts and executed unauthorized securities transactions, potentially exposing client data. If you received a breach notice, use this resource to understand the incident, enroll in the free identity-protection offer, and explore your legal options for compensation.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)Key Facts at a Glance
- Breach window: September 30 – October 10, 2025
- Public disclosure date: December 26, 2025
- Affected platform: Online accounts of a small number of affiliated financial advisors
- Attack type: “Hack pump-and-dump” trading scheme
- Identity-protection offer: Complimentary 24-month TransUnion credit monitoring & identity theft protection
What Happened?
LPL Financial LLC (LPL Financial) determined that between September 30 and October 10, 2025, foreign threat actors accessed the online accounts of certain affiliated financial advisors. The intruders used those accounts to carry out a pump-and-dump trading scheme intended to artificially inflate securities prices.
During the course of that activity, the threat actors may have viewed personal information belonging to clients linked to the affected advisors’ accounts.
Information Potentially Exposed
The breach notice states that “certain personal information” related to impacted individuals may have been viewed. The letter refers to this data as <<Variable Text (Affected Data Elements)>>, indicating that specific elements can differ by client. Review your individual notification for the exact details that apply to you.
Company Response
Upon discovery, LPL Financial:
- Stopped the unauthorized activity and restored affected accounts to their original holdings
- Secured all impacted accounts and added new technical safeguards
- Engaged outside information-security and technology experts to investigate the incident
- Reported the matter to law enforcement
- Found no evidence of ongoing compromise or malware within its systems
Free 24-Month Identity-Protection Offer
LPL Financial is offering a complimentary 24-month TransUnion credit monitoring and identity-theft protection membership. Eligible clients should follow the enrollment instructions provided in their mailed notice.
Steps You Can Take Now
- Enroll in the TransUnion service as soon as possible.
- Review recent account statements for unauthorized activity.
- Obtain free credit reports and monitor them regularly.
- Place a fraud alert or credit freeze if you notice suspicious transactions.
Your Legal Options
If your data was exposed, you may be entitled to compensation for out-of-pocket costs, loss of time, and emotional distress. Class action and individual claims are being investigated. Complete the free case review form on this page to learn whether you qualify to join the LPL Financial data breach lawsuit investigation.
Company Overview
- Website: lpl.com
- Industry: Financial services (broker-dealer)
- Headquarters: 4707 Executive Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
- Year founded: 1989
- Employees: 8,400
- Stock ticker: NASDAQ – LPLA
- Official social profiles:
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from LPL Financial — what should I do?
Read the notice carefully, enroll in the free TransUnion protection, and monitor your accounts. Contact a data-breach attorney to discuss potential claims.
How do I submit a claim related to the LPL Financial data breach?
Complete the free case review form on this page. An attorney will determine whether you meet the criteria to join ongoing claims or a class action.
What personal information did the LPL Financial breach expose?
The company states that certain personal information tied to affected clients may have been viewed. The exact data elements vary by individual and are listed in each person’s letter.
Did LPL Financial offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. Impacted clients receive a complimentary 24-month TransUnion credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection membership.
How many people were affected by the LPL Financial breach?
The disclosure filed with the Maine Attorney General did not specify a numeric total. Contact the firm if you need confirmation of your own status.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for LPL Financial?
You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above labeled “Download Official Breach Notice (PDF).”
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