VeraBank Data Breach Affects Thousands: Full Details

On Aug. 14, 2025, Marquis Software Solutions, a third-party marketing and communications vendor for VeraBank, Inc., experienced a significant ransomware attack that resulted in the unauthorized access and copying of sensitive files from its network. The breach was discovered by Marquis on the same day, prompting an immediate investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts and notification to federal law enforcement.

The attack exploited a vulnerability in Marquis’ SonicWall firewall, allowing an unauthorized third party to access and exfiltrate data. Importantly, VeraBank’s internal systems were not compromised; the incident was limited to Marquis’ environment. Marquis’ forensic review determined that the files accessed contained personal information belonging to customers of VeraBank and other financial institutions.

The information exposed in the Marquis data breach incident includes names, addresses, phone numbers, Social Security numbers, Taxpayer Identification Numbers, financial account information (excluding security or access codes), and dates of birth. The exposure of personally identifiable information (PII) puts individuals at risk of identity theft and financial fraud.

The breach affected a large number of individuals, with the notification process extending to multiple states and involving thousands of records across Marquis’ client base.

According to the disclosure filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office, VeraBank completed its review of the impacted data on Dec. 12, 2025, and began notifying affected individuals shortly thereafter.

VeraBank's response

In response to the breach, VeraBank has taken several steps to protect those whose information was involved. The bank is offering a complimentary 24-month subscription to credit monitoring, credit report, and credit score services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. These services will alert affected individuals to changes in their credit files, helping them detect potential identity theft or fraud early.

Marquis, the vendor whose systems were breached, has taken steps to secure its network and is evaluating additional technical and organizational safeguards to prevent similar incidents in the future.

If you receive a notification letter, it may be in your best interest to consider the following:

• Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring service as soon as possible
• Monitor financial accounts and credit reports for unauthorized activity
• Consider placing a security freeze or fraud alert on their credit file
• Review the identity theft protection guide provided by VeraBank

For further information or assistance, affected individuals can contact VeraBank at 1-833-751-0388, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.