Catalyst Brands LLC Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Personal Information
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PLANO, Texas, Sept. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Catalyst Brands LLC data breach. Catalyst Brands LLC experienced a data breach on or about May 26, 2026.
What Happened
Catalyst Brands disclosed a ransomware incident involving its HR and payroll servers that began May 20, 2026. The company discovered the breach days later on May 26, 2026, and ShinyHunters claimed the attack in June. An investigation confirmed in August 2026 that attackers accessed personal information. Catalyst Brands notified affected individuals and several state attorneys general on Sept. 4, 2026.
Information Exposed
The Catalyst Brands LLC data breach may have compromised certain personal information, including first and last name, Social Security number, date of birth, driver’s license number, passport number, Alien Registration number, U.S. military identification number or other government-issued identification number, contact information, financial account number without access information, email or username with password or security answer, and digital signature.
Who May Be Impacted
Individuals who received a data breach notification from Catalyst Brands LLC may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.
Your Legal Options
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the Catalyst Brands LLC breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.
Recommended Protective Steps
Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the Catalyst Brands LLC incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.
Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation
Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; Web: www.edelson-law.com. Or click HERE to request a free consultation.
About Catalyst Brands LLC
Founded in January 2025, Catalyst Brands is a prominent U.S. retailer and apparel company created through a partnership between JCPenney and SPARC Group.
About Edelson Lechtzin LLP
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud
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