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Premier Auto Credit 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 Premier Auto Credit 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 Premier Auto Credit
Premier Auto Credit is a financial services company based in Glendale, California. The company specializes in providing alternative auto financing solutions, particularly for customers who may not qualify for traditional lending. They work with a wide network of franchise and independent automobile dealers throughout California and beyond.
What happened?
Between Jan. 11, 2025, and Jan. 15, 2025, Premier Auto Credit experienced a significant data breach. The incident was the result of a ransomware attack carried out by a group known as Cloak, who later posted stolen data on a dark web portal. The breach was discovered after the company noticed unusual activity on its network and began a forensic investigation.
Possible Information Exposed
- Full name
- Social Security number
The breach affected individuals in multiple states, including Massachusetts, where three residents were reported as impacted. Premier Auto Credit disclosed the breach to the California Attorney General's office and the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on Dec. 23, 2025. The compromised data, totaling 156 GB, was made available for download on the dark web.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notification from Premier Auto Credit, or your provider, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Identity theft protection services: Sign up for the free Cyberscout credit monitoring and identity theft 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 your information was exposed in the Premier Auto Credit data breach, you may have legal rights and could be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this breach understand their options and pursue claims for damages related to identity theft, fraud or other harms.
To find out if you qualify and to join the lawsuit, complete the below form.
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