A&L Foods Data Breach Compromises SSNs

A&L Foods Inc., a Baltimore-based wholesale food distribution company, disclosed a data breach involving unauthorized access to personal information stored on its computer network.

On July 3, 2026, A&L Foods detected suspicious activity within its computer network. The company launched an investigation and brought in outside cybersecurity specialists to help respond to the incident.

Through the investigation, the company determined that certain files on its network may have been accessed or acquired by an unauthorized party. A&L Foods then began a comprehensive review of the affected data to identify what types of personal information were involved and which individuals were affected.

To complete this process, A&L Foods worked with a third-party vendor to gather the information needed to send formal notices to affected individuals. The identification process was completed on Oct. 16, 2026.

The personal information that could have been subject to unauthorized access included first and last names and Social Security numbers.

The breach was disclosed to the New Hampshire Attorney General on Oct. 23, 2026. A&L Foods began notifying affected individuals by written notice on Oct. 23, 2026.

A&L Foods' response to the breach

A&L Foods is providing affected individuals with 12 months of free credit monitoring services through TransUnion.

A&L Foods encouraged all affected individuals to remain vigilant by regularly reviewing their bank and credit card statements and monitoring their credit reports for any unfamiliar or suspicious activity. The company also advised those who notice anything unusual to report suspected identity theft or fraud to their credit card company or bank.

Individuals with questions about the breach can reach the dedicated response hotline at 877-382-2724.