Where does the Freddie Mac case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report Freddie Mac lodged with the Indiana Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.

Why do the incident date and the report date differ?

Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.

What does the records-affected figure count?

It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.

Does this case file change over time?

Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

Case file

Case File: Freddie Mac Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the Freddie Mac incident. The state report is dated February 19, 2025. The incident itself is dated November 4, 2024.

Timeline

107 days separate the incident date from the date it was reported.

November 4, 2024Incident dateWhen the filing says the breach took place.
February 19, 2025Report filed in IndianaDate the notice was lodged with the Indiana Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Indiana
Date reported: February 19, 2025
Incident date: November 4, 2024
Receiving office: Indiana Attorney General

Case notes

Freddie Mac, a prominent financial institution, has publicly reported a data security incident to regulators in Indiana. The notice, filed on February 19, 2025, pertains to an event where personal information may have been compromised.

According to the filing, the breach date for this incident is identified as November 4, 2024. At present, the nature of the breach type remains unspecified, and Freddie Mac has indicated that an investigation into the matter is currently ongoing.

Individuals who receive direct notification from Freddie Mac about this incident should carefully review the information provided. These communications will offer the most specific details available about the personal information involved and any particular actions recommended for affected parties.

As a general precaution, it is advisable for individuals to remain vigilant against potential fraud. This includes monitoring financial account statements, regularly checking credit reports for any unauthorized activity, and being cautious of unsolicited communications that may appear suspicious.

Questions about this case file

Where does the Freddie Mac case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report Freddie Mac lodged with the Indiana Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.
Why do the incident date and the report date differ?: Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.
What does the records-affected figure count?: It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.
Does this case file change over time?: Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

Indiana data breaches

Filing source: Indiana Attorney General

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