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MediumThe Figure data breach exposed over 967,000 client records via a social engineering attack in January 2026.
967,178 recordsBreach Jan 28, 2026Updated Feb 18, 2026
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesNamesPhone numbersPhysical addresses
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In February 2026, the fintech platform Figure reported a data breach where over 967,000 records, including email addresses, names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and dates of birth, were exposed due to a social engineering attack that compromised employee access.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users could experience identity theft, targeted phishing, or fraud due to the exposed personal information.
- Business Impact
- Figure faced reputational harm, potential regulatory scrutiny, and trust loss among customers, impacting their business operations.
- Affected Sectors
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Monitor personal accounts for unusual activity.
- •Request credit or identity theft monitoring services.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts related to this breach.
Preventive Measures
- •Implement employee awareness training for recognizing social engineering tactics.
- •Use multi-factor authentication to limit unauthorized access.
- •Regularly audit data access controls and monitor for anomalies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
The breach involved email addresses, names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and dates of birth.