Where does the Hoshino Inc case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report Hoshino Inc 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: Hoshino Inc Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the Hoshino Inc incident. The state report is dated April 3, 2025. The incident itself is dated June 20, 2024.

Timeline

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

June 20, 2024Incident dateWhen the filing says the breach took place.
April 3, 2025Report filed in IndianaDate the notice was lodged with the Indiana Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Indiana
Date reported: April 3, 2025
Incident date: June 20, 2024
Receiving office: Indiana Attorney General

Case notes

Hoshino Inc. has publicly filed notice of a data breach with authorities in Indiana. The company submitted its report on April 3, 2025, detailing an incident that initially took place on June 20, 2024.

At present, the precise nature of the breach, including how it occurred, remains unspecified in the available public records. Hoshino Inc. has indicated that an investigation into the event is actively underway to determine the full scope and impact.

The specific categories of personal information involved in this incident have not been detailed by Hoshino Inc. However, individuals should understand that data breaches typically involve some form of personal information. The company has not provided a count of affected individuals in its initial filing.

Given the ongoing investigation and the unspecified types of information involved, individuals who believe they may be affected should take general precautions. It is advisable to remain alert for any unusual activity across personal accounts and communications. Regularly reviewing financial statements and credit reports for discrepancies is a widely recommended step.

This information is based on public disclosures made to regulators. As the investigation by Hoshino Inc. continues, further details may become available regarding the incident and any additional steps potentially affected individuals should consider.

Questions about this case file

Where does the Hoshino Inc case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report Hoshino Inc 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.

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Filing source: Indiana Attorney General

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