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EB Archbald & Associates 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 EB Archbald & Associates, 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 EB Archbald & Associates, Inc
EB Archbald & Associates, Inc. is a computer software company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Since its founding in 1981, the company has focused on providing accounting solutions tailored for the oil and gas industry. Their flagship product, the SSI Energy Management System, is designed to help oil and gas exploration, production, drilling, and investment companies manage financial reporting, data management, and regulatory compliance.
The company is led by President Baird Archbald and employs a team of IT and accounting professionals. With around 15 employees and approximately $3.4 million in annual revenue, EB Archbald & Associates serves a range of clients in the energy sector. The company has also raised $150,000 in funding over one round.
What was the March Ransomware Attack?
On March 23, 2025, the company discovered that hackers had infiltrated their systems, encrypting data on both their servers and Microsoft cloud-based portal. The attackers, identified as the Qilin ransomware group, demanded a large ransom in exchange for a decryption key. After the company refused to pay, the hackers claimed to have stolen 700 GB of data and threatened to release it on the dark web. The breach was publicly posted on March 26, 2025.
The company notified the Maine and Texas Attorneys General about the breach on May 15, 2025, and began notifying affected consumers by written notice on May 21, 2025. In total, 17,000 people in the United States were affected, including 3,156 in Texas and 8 in Maine.
Information Types Exposed:
- First name
- Last name
- Postal address
- Social Security number
- Federal tax identification number
- Bank account information
- Routing information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from EB Archbald & Associates, it is important to understand your rights and what you can do next. Even if there is currently no evidence that your information has been misused, you should take steps to protect yourself.
You can:
- Contact IDX, the company’s designated response provider, for information and support.
- Review your credit reports regularly. You are entitled to one free copy from each of the three major credit bureaus every 12 months.
- Report any suspicious activity to law enforcement or your state Attorney General.
- Place a fraud alert with one of the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion). This will notify creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts.
- Consider placing a security freeze on your credit files. This prevents new credit from being opened in your name without your permission.
- Stay vigilant by monitoring your financial accounts and credit for any unusual activity.
If you believe your information has been misused, you have the right to file a police report and dispute any fraudulent items on your credit report.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the EB Archbald & Associates data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue a claim if you qualify.
To take the next step, complete the below form to join a lawsuit and protect your interests.
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