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Phil Smith Automotive Group data breach
We are taking claims for the Phil Smith Automotive Group data breach—an event which exposed sensitive data of countless individuals. If you interacted with Phil Smith Automotive Group, your information was likely hacked by cybercriminals. That’s serious. They can open accounts in your name, file for your tax return, take your identity, contact your employer, mess up your credit, etc. If the Phil Smith Automotive Group data breach concerns you, take action. We can help you.
About Phil Smith Automotive Group
Phil Smith Automotive Group is a car dealer based out of Florida and North Carolina. Their late founder, Phil Smith, was known for his philanthropic generosity and donating millions of dollars to local institutions. [1]
In early February 2025, Phil Smith Automotive Group experienced a ransomware attack on their IT systems. This exposed the personally identifiable information (PII) of many individuals. The impacted data included individuals’ names, Social Security numbers, driver’s licenses, and other PII. [2]
On July 31, 2025, letters of notice were mailed to those potentially affected by this security breach, including 12,274 individuals. [3]
[1] https://www.philsmithauto.com/dealership/about-us.htm
[2] https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/doj/remote-docs/phil-smith-automotive-group-20250731.pdf
[3] https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/1a05044e-dd7f-4bd0-ac1e-110418195305.html
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About Phil Smith Automotive Group
Phil Smith Automotive Group is a car dealer based out of Florida and North Carolina. Their late founder, Phil Smith, was known for his philanthropic generosity and donating millions of dollars to local institutions. [1]
In early February 2025, Phil Smith Automotive Group experienced a ransomware attack on their IT systems. This exposed the personally identifiable information (PII) of many individuals. The impacted data included individuals’ names, Social Security numbers, driver’s licenses, and other PII. [2]Â
On July 31, 2025, letters of notice were mailed to those potentially affected by this security breach, including 12,274 individuals. [3]
[1]Â https://www.philsmithauto.com/dealership/about-us.htm
[2] https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/doj/remote-docs/phil-smith-automotive-group-20250731.pdf
[3]Â https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/1a05044e-dd7f-4bd0-ac1e-110418195305.html
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- Review Your Breach Notice: Send us the Notice and then keep a copy for your records.
- Enroll in Credit Monitoring: Take advantage of any free services offered.
- Update Passwords: Change passwords and security questions for online accounts.
- Monitor Accounts: Regularly check statements and credit reports for signs of fraud.
- Request a Fraud Alert: Contact credit bureaus to add a temporary alert to your credit file.
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How Data Breaches Occur
Data breaches happen in various ways. Here’s a general overview of common methods:
- Phishing Attacks: Deceptive emails which trick authorized users into providing sensitive information like passwords to criminals.
- Malware: Malicious software, such as viruses or ransomware, is used to infiltrate systems and steal or encrypt data.
- Weak Passwords: Using easily guessable or outdated passwords make it easy for hackers to gain access.
- Unpatched Vulnerabilities: Failing to update software can leave known security gaps that attackers can exploit.
- Insider Threats: Employees or contractors with access to sensitive data may compromise security.
- Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information.
- Data/Device Theft: Physical theft of devices, such as laptops or external drives, which grant access.
How Data Breaches Occur
Data breaches happen in various ways. Here’s a general overview of common methods:
- Phishing Attacks: Deceptive emails which trick authorized users into providing sensitive information like passwords to criminals.
- Malware: Malicious software, such as viruses or ransomware, is used to infiltrate systems and steal or encrypt data.
- Weak Passwords: Using easily guessable or outdated passwords make it easy for hackers to gain access.
- Unpatched Vulnerabilities: Failing to update software can leave known security gaps that attackers can exploit.
- Insider Threats: Employees or contractors with access to sensitive data may compromise security.
- Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information.
- Data/Device Theft: Physical theft of devices, such as laptops or external drives, which grant access.
For more details and updates about data breaches, visit our Data Breach Center. People don’t take data breaches as seriously as they should. Don’t wait until your information is sold or used to make a phone call.
Additional resources include our Hacker Checker, the HIPAA Journal and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Let us direct you to the information you need.