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Attainx Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the AttainX, Inc. data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About AttainX
AttainX Inc. is an information technology and services company founded in 2008. Headquartered in Virginia, AttainX provides cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, business operations and information technology solutions, primarily to federal agencies.
AttainX recently announced an expansion of its operations in Fairfax County, Virginia, following new Department of Defense contract awards. The company’s services include cybersecurity, software application development, cloud technologies, enterprise architecture, big data, and digital transformation. AttainX also maintains an engineering division supporting the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy.
What happened?
In May 2025, AttainX experienced a significant data breach involving a ransomware attack. The hacking group known as PLAY claimed responsibility for the breach and threatened to publish the stolen data, via the dark web. According to claims, the compromised data included private and personal confidential data, client documents, budget information, payroll, accounting, taxes, IDs and financial information.
AttainX disclosed the cyberattack to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on Sept. 30, 2025. The total number of impacted individuals has not been released, but could be a high number, considering the number of agencies the company works with.
Information Exposed
- Names
- Drivers licenses
- Financial account information
- Social Security numbers
The company also began notifying people compromised by the data breach by mail on Sept. 30, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you were affected by the AttainX data breach, it is important to understand your rights and the actions you can take. Individuals whose information was exposed may be entitled to free credit monitoring, identity theft protection and potentially monetary compensation.
Next steps impacted individuals can take:
- Communication and credit monitoring services: Save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in the 24 months of free IDX credit monitoring and identity protection services, offered by the company.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you received a notice about the AttainX data breach or believe your information may have been exposed, you could be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals and are prepared to help you take the next steps.
To find out if you qualify and join the lawsuit, complete the form below.
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