LPL Financial Reports Data Security Incident to New Hampshire AG

LPL Financial LLC, a significant provider of investment advisory and brokerage services, filed notice of a data security incident with the New Hampshire Attorney General's office on May 20, 2026. The filing indicates that unauthorized access to the company's systems occurred, leading to a potential compromise of personal information.

The specific details regarding the nature of the unauthorized access and the method of the breach were not disclosed in the public filing. LPL Financial confirmed that an investigation into the incident is currently underway to ascertain the full scope and impact of the security event.

While the exact categories of personal information involved in this incident were not specified in the public record, individuals who have received a direct notification letter from LPL Financial should understand that their data may have been exposed. The number of individuals potentially affected by this incident was also not specified in the filing.

If you have received an official data breach notification from LPL Financial, it is important to carefully review the letter for any specific instructions or details provided. This official communication is intended to inform you that your information was potentially involved.

As a general precaution, consider monitoring your financial accounts and credit reports for any unusual activity. You may also want to place a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit files with the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) to help prevent unauthorized new accounts from being opened in your name. Additionally, remain vigilant against unsolicited communications, especially those requesting personal details.