Hightower Holding Notifies Washington AG of Client Data Incident
Hightower Holding, a financial services firm, formally reported a data security incident to the Washington Attorney General on March 23, 2026. This filing indicates that unauthorized parties may have accessed client information, prompting individuals who received notification letters to review their data security practices.
- State
- Washington
- Reported
- March 23, 2026
Hightower Holding, which includes subsidiaries like Hightower Advisors, LLC, has officially filed a data security incident report with the Washington Attorney General's office. This report, submitted on March 23, 2026, documents a situation where unauthorized parties may have accessed client information.
The specific types of personal information involved in this incident were not detailed in the public record provided by Hightower Holding. The company's notification generally refers to the potential compromise of client data.
The breach date itself remains unknown, and Hightower Holding has stated that an investigation into the scope and nature of the incident is ongoing. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter directly from Hightower, it signifies that your personal information was potentially impacted by this event.
In response to such notifications, it is generally advised to carefully read any official communications from Hightower Holding for specific instructions. It is also prudent to remain vigilant by monitoring your financial accounts and personal online profiles for any unusual activity. Be cautious of unsolicited emails, calls, or messages that request personal information, as these could be phishing attempts.
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
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