Cresset Capital Data Breach: Social Security Numbers Exposed

Cresset Capital Management, a U.S.-based private wealth management firm serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, disclosed a data breach involving sensitive personal and financial information.

On April 6, 2026, Cresset identified suspicious activity within its computer network. Upon detection, the company activated its incident response protocols and contained the activity shortly thereafter.

Cresset also engaged experienced third-party cybersecurity professionals to investigate the incident and confirm there was no ongoing unauthorized access to its systems.

The investigation determined that personal information was accessed during the incident. The types of information exposed included names, contact information, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, passport numbers and financial account information.

The total number of individuals affected in the United States has not been publicly disclosed, although so far 131 Massachusetts residents and 885 Texas residents were impacted.

The breach was reported to the attorneys general of California, Massachusetts, Nebraska and Texas.

Cresset's response to the breach

Cresset is offering affected individuals a complimentary two-year subscription to Experian IdentityWorks Credit Plus 3B. Individuals can enroll at the Experian IdentityWorks enrollment page.

For questions about the Experian service or help with enrollment, affected individuals can contact the Experian call center at 833-931-7577, available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).

Individuals may also reach out to their Cresset advisor or email the company for more information about the incident.