Murex Petroleum Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On January 27, 2026, Murex Petroleum notified regulators and consumers of a data security incident discovered on May 27, 2025. Individuals who received a breach letter may be entitled to compensation for any harm suffered. Complete the confidential form on this page to explore your legal options.
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Key Facts
- Breach discovered: May 27, 2025
- Unauthorized access date: May 27, 2025
- Consumer notices mailed: January 27, 2026
- Free identity monitoring offered through Kroll
- Regulatory filing: Maine Attorney General
What Happened?
Murex Petroleum Corporation (Murex Petroleum) detected unauthorized access to its network on May 27, 2025. The company immediately secured its systems and launched an investigation with external cybersecurity experts. The review confirmed that certain files were accessed or removed on the day of the intrusion.
What Information Was Involved?
During the investigation, Murex Petroleum determined on January 7, 2026, that the impacted files “may have contained your personal information.” The specific categories of data were not disclosed in the regulatory filing, but the company advised potentially affected individuals to stay vigilant for signs of misuse.
Company Response
According to the notice filed with the Maine Attorney General, Murex Petroleum:
- Secured the network immediately after detecting the incident
- Engaged independent cybersecurity professionals to conduct a thorough investigation
- Completed a detailed review of impacted data
- Began mailing written notifications to affected consumers on January 27, 2026
- Arranged complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll
Steps You Can Take
While the company reports no evidence of fraud, the notice recommends:
- Enrolling in the free identity monitoring service provided by Kroll
- Placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit files
- Reviewing account statements and credit reports for irregular activity
- Promptly reporting any suspicious charges to your financial institution
Timeline of Events
- May 27, 2025 – Breach occurred and was discovered
- May 27, 2025 – Immediate containment and investigation launched
- January 7, 2026 – Review confirmed personal data in affected files
- January 27, 2026 – Consumer notification letters mailed
Company Overview
Murex Petroleum operates in the oil and gas sector, focusing on upstream exploration and production.
- Website: murexpetroleum.com
- Support / Contact: murexpetroleum.com/contact/
- Headquarters: 1700 City Plaza Drive Suite 575, Spring, TX, USA
- Founded: 1996
- Industry: Oil and Gas
- Employees: 65
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/murex-petroleum-corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Murex Petroleum — what should I do?
Follow the enrollment instructions in the letter to activate your free Kroll identity monitoring, review your credit reports, and consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze.
How do I submit a claim related to the Murex Petroleum data breach?
You can start a free case review by completing the form on this page. Our team will explain your legal rights and potential compensation at no cost.
What personal information did the Murex Petroleum breach expose?
The company stated that accessed files “may have contained personal information,” but did not specify which data types in the public notice.
Did Murex Petroleum offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. Murex Petroleum is offering complimentary identity monitoring through Kroll. The duration was not disclosed in the publicly available notice.
How many people were affected by the Murex Petroleum data breach?
The exact number of impacted individuals was not reported in the Maine filing.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Murex Petroleum?
You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General website using the button near the top of this page.
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