Vantage Finance 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 Vantage Finance Llc 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 Vantage Finance

Vantage Finance is a finance company that specializes in providing turn-key finance and insurance (F&I) services for independent auto dealerships. Founded in 2010 and based in Omaha, Nebraska, Vantage Finance operates as a virtual finance company, helping dealerships connect their customers to a broad network of lenders.

The company offers a suite of services including technology, product portfolios, training and compliance support utilized by independent auto dealerships nationwide.

What happened?

In July 2025, Vantage Finance was the victim of a major ransomware attack. On July 23, 2025, a hacking group known as Everest claimed responsibility for the data breach, posting details about the incident on the Tor network. The ransomware group stated that they had obtained 95,430 lines of sensitive personal data belonging to the organization.

Ransomware attacks of this nature often involve the theft of sensitive personal and financial data. The total number of individuals impacted by the cybersecurity incident is believed to be in the thousands.

The following information is believed to have been exposed in the cyberattack

• Name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number
• Driver's license number and expiration date
• Phone number
• Address
• Time at address
• Rent or mortgage payment amount
• Employment information including job title, salary and time on job
• Financial information
• Co-applicant information

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you believe your information may have been involved in the Vantage Finance LLC data breach, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.

Steps to consider:

• Communication and credit monitoring services: Review and save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection services, if offered.
• 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 compromised in the Vantage Finance LLC data breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit and pursue compensation. This could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.

Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process and purse a claim for damages. To find out if you qualify, complete the form below to join the lawsuit investigation.

Sources

• Vantage Finance
• Dark web