Cognizant Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Cognizant Technology Solutions US Corporation 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 Cognizant Technology Solutions

Cognizant Technology Solutions US Corporation is a major player in the information technology and services industry. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, Cognizant provides a wide range of services including IT consulting, application development, systems integration, cloud services, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, engineering, and business process outsourcing.

Founded in 1994, Cognizant’s clients span industries such as financial services, healthcare, communications, technology, manufacturing, and retail.

What Happened?

On or around April 21, 2026, Cognizant Technology Solutions US Corporation experienced a data breach.

The incident involved a ransomware attack carried out by a group known as CoinbaseCartel, who claimed to have obtained company data and posted about the breach on the dark web on April 15, 2026, via the tor network.

Cognizant disclosed the breach to the Massachusetts Attorney General on Aug. 18, 2026. The breach exposed sensitive personal information, specifically Social Security numbers.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your information was compromised in the Cognizant data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals understand their rights and pursue claims related to this incident.

To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the below form.

Sources

• Massachusetts Attorney General
• Dark web