Where does the TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR lodged with the Illinois 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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Case File: TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR incident. The state report is dated August 20, 2025.

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August 20, 2025Report filed in IllinoisDate the notice was lodged with the Illinois Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Illinois
Date reported: August 20, 2025
Receiving office: Illinois Attorney General

Case notes

TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC., operating as TMR, has officially filed notice of a data breach incident. The Illinois-based company submitted its report on August 20, 2025, confirming a security event that may have exposed personal information. The specific nature of the breach remains unspecified in the available public records.

Details regarding how the data breach occurred or its exact timeline have not been fully disclosed at this time. TMR has indicated that the incident is currently under investigation, suggesting ongoing efforts to understand the full scope and impact of the event.

The public filing did not specify the exact categories of personal information that may have been compromised during this incident. Therefore, individuals should consider what types of information they have shared with TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. to assess their personal risk.

As the number of affected individuals is not detailed in the public record, anyone who has interacted with TMR should remain vigilant. Reviewing account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity is a prudent general precaution. Regularly changing passwords for online accounts, especially those related to services or accounts potentially linked to the affected entity, is also recommended.

It is advisable to monitor any correspondence from TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. for further updates or specific guidance they may provide. Staying informed about general cybersecurity best practices can help mitigate risks associated with data security incidents.

Questions about this case file

Where does the TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report TOTAL METALL RECYCLING, INC. AKA TMR lodged with the Illinois 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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