Posted On January 24, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
January 24 – The Universal Lenders data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the company was targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The Universal Lenders data breach resulted in unauthorized access to confidential consumer information stored on the company’s network. It is believed to have impacted as many as 19,575 individuals.
According to the Maine Attorney General’s office, Universal Lenders reported a data breach after they were targeted in a cyber security attack. The incident began on November 7, 2024, when the company detected a disruption to their computer network. Upon discovery, Universal Lenders took action to secure their systems and launched an investigation with assistance from external cybersecurity experts.
The investigation, which concluded on December 5, 2024, confirmed that an unauthorized party had accessed and potentially acquired files containing confidential consumer information. Following a comprehensive review process completed on January 14, 2025, Universal Lenders identified all affected individuals.
On January 21, 2025, Universal Lenders sent out personalized data breach letters to all individuals whose information was compromised in the incident. While the public notice does not specify the types of data exposed, affected individuals will receive detailed information about their specific compromised data in their notification letters.
Universal Lenders LLC operates in the financial services sector, specifically focusing on automotive dealership financing solutions. Based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, the company serves automotive dealerships across the United States through their flagship AutoPayPlus® service, which facilitates vehicle payment management.
The company maintains a workforce of approximately 25 employees and reports annual revenue of around $5 million. As a financial services provider, Universal Lenders LLC operates under various federal and state regulations governing the protection of consumer financial information and lending practices.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Universal Lenders data breach to determine what damages they sustained and what compensation may be available to them. If you recently received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH from Universal Lenders and would like a free consultation, contact the Console & Associates, P.C. law firm at (866) 778-5500 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential contact form.
