Where does the PNC Financial Services case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report PNC Financial Services lodged with the Massachusetts 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: PNC Financial Services Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the PNC Financial Services incident. The state report is dated September 16, 2025.

Timeline

September 16, 2025Report filed in MassachusettsDate the notice was lodged with the Massachusetts Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Massachusetts
Date reported: September 16, 2025
Receiving office: Massachusetts Attorney General

Case notes

PNC Financial Services reported a data security incident to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on September 16, 2025. The company indicated that a breach of an unspecified type led to the potential exposure of personal information. An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.

While the official filing confirms a security incident, the specific categories of information involved have not been detailed in the public record. The report broadly refers to "personal information" affected by the breach.

Such incidents can potentially create risks for affected individuals, including exposure to targeted communications or attempts at unauthorized access to their accounts. It is important for individuals to understand that this type of event can lead to various forms of misuse of their personal data.

If you receive a notification about this incident, carefully review it for any specific guidance provided by PNC Financial Services. It is generally recommended to remain vigilant, monitor financial accounts and credit reports for any unusual activity, and be cautious of unsolicited communications requesting personal details.

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Where does the PNC Financial Services case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report PNC Financial Services lodged with the Massachusetts 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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