UFCW Local 342 Data Breach Affects 56,615 Members

On Feb. 12, 2026, UFCW Local 342, a prominent labor union representing workers in New York and New Jersey, discovered a data breach affecting 56,615 individuals across the United States, including 30 Maine residents.

The breach was officially disclosed to the Maine Attorney General on March 9, 2026, and notification letters were sent to affected individuals the same day.

At this time, the specific types of consumer information exposed have not been detailed in public filings or consumer notices. The breach’s method, whether cyberattack, unauthorized access, or internal error, has also not been disclosed. However, the scale of the incident suggests a potentially serious compromise of sensitive data.

UFCW's response

UFCW Local 342 has established a dedicated toll-free response line at 833-518-0169 for questions and additional information. They are also offering complimentary credit monitoring services to those impacted.

To enroll, individuals must use a unique code provided in their notification letter and sign up within 90 days from the date of the notice.

Affected members are encouraged to take proactive measures, including:

• Placing a one-year fraud alert on their credit files with any of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion)
• Considering a security freeze on their credit report, which restricts access to their credit file and helps prevent identity theft
• Obtaining a free credit report from each major credit bureau to check for any unauthorized activity
• Monitoring explanation of benefits statements from health insurers to detect possible medical identity theft

The union’s notification also provides detailed contact information for state and federal agencies offering further resources on identity theft prevention.