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Print Media Association 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 Print Media Association 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 Print Media Association
Print Media Association, also known as PMA, is a nonprofit trade association based in Chesterfield, Missouri, with dating back to 1906. The organization supports the graphic communications and printing industry, serving a wide network of member companies across the United States.
PMA's membership includes printers, digital and lithographic operators, as well as businesses allied to the printing sector such as advertising agencies, graphic designers and paper manufacturers. The association offers a range of services to its members, including advocacy on legislative and regulatory issues, educational programs, research and technical information, and business management tools.
What happened?
Print Media Association discovered an unauthorized actor gained access to its internal email network between May 1, 2025 and May 5, 2025. An investigation and review took place and it was determined that the data breach compromised personal information of several thousand individuals.
The cybersecurity incident was disclosed to multiple Attorney Generals' offices beginning on Sept. 10, 2025, including Maine, Massachusetts, Texas and Vermont. Print Media Association began notifying affected individuals by mail on Sept. 10, 2025.
Exposed Information
- Name
- Social Security number
- Drivers licenses or state ID number
- Financial account information
Affected individuals includes 3,085 Texas residents, 258 in Massachusetts and two in Maine.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Print Media Association about this data breach, it is important to understand your rights and the steps you can take to protect yourself. Here is what you should consider:
- Credit monitoring services: Enroll in the free Experian IdentityWorks credit monitoring services, offered by Print Media Association.
- 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 Print Media Association data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help you take the next steps. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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