Posted On March 17, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
March 17 – The Western Alliance Bank 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 Western Alliance Bank data breach resulted in the unauthorized access to names and Social Security numbers of certain individuals being compromised. It is believed to have impacted as many as 21,889 individuals.
According to the Maine Attorney General’s Office, Western Alliance Bank reported a data breach after they were targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The incident stemmed from a vulnerability in a third-party software product used by Western Alliance Bank, which allowed unauthorized access to portions of the bank’s IT network.
The security breach occurred between October 12, 2024, and October 24, 2024, during which time an unknown party exploited the software vulnerability to access specific files containing confidential customer information. Upon discovery of the breach, Western Alliance Bank initiated a comprehensive investigation to identify the scope of the incident and the specific individuals affected.
After conducting a thorough review of the compromised files, Western Alliance Bank completed their assessment on February 21, 2025, confirming that sensitive customer data had been exposed. The investigation determined that the breached information primarily included customers’ names and Social Security numbers.
On March 14, 2025, Western Alliance Bank sent out data breach letters to those individuals whose information was affected by the breach. These notification letters provide recipients with details about the specific information compromised and guidance on protective measures they can take.
Western Alliance Bank operates as a prominent commercial banking institution headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. The bank provides comprehensive financial services primarily focused on business clients across diverse industry sectors throughout the United States.
The institution offers a range of banking solutions including commercial and industrial lending, treasury management services, real estate financing options, and specialized banking products tailored to specific sectors such as technology, healthcare, and gaming. Their business model centers on providing targeted financial services to meet the needs of business enterprises of varying sizes.
Western Alliance Bank maintains a substantial workforce of approximately 3,426 employees and generates an estimated annual revenue of $3.2 billion. The bank operates through multiple regional divisions and specialized industry groups, allowing it to serve clients with specific needs across different geographic markets.
As a publicly traded company, Western Alliance Bank works with businesses ranging from small enterprises to large corporations, providing capital solutions and financial services designed to support various operational and growth requirements.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Western Alliance Bank 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 Western Alliance Bank 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.
