Official Case FileWA · Apr 17, 2026

Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. Data Security Incident

Investigation Open

Reported to the WA Attorney General on April 17, 2026.

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§ I

Incident Overview

Financial institutions like Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. are prime targets because of the direct access their records provide to victims' assets. According to a WA state filing, Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. experienced a data security incident affecting an undisclosed number of individuals, exposing Social Security Numbers and financial account data. This case remains active and individuals are still being identified.

The financial services industry is subject to some of the most stringent data protection requirements in the country, including state-level breach notification laws and federal standards under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Despite these requirements, Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. experienced a breach that exposed sensitive customer data. Affected customers have grounds to seek accountability under both Washington My Health MY Data Act and applicable federal statutes.

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Case Facts & Filing Record

State Filed
WA
Date Reported to AG
Apr 17, 2026
Date of Breach
Not disclosed
Records Affected
Not disclosed
Filing Status
Investigation Open
Last Updated
Jul 21, 2026
Data Types Exposed(inferred from industry — not specified in filing)
Financial AccountSSNDate of BirthAddressEmail
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Risk Analysis — Exposed Data

This filing does not specify data types. Based on Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc.'s industry, the following risks are commonly associated with similar breaches:

Financial Fraudcritical

Exposed bank and card information allows direct account draining, unauthorized purchases, and fraudulent wire transfers. Act immediately if you notice unfamiliar charges.

Identity Theftcritical

Exposed Social Security Numbers can be used to open fraudulent credit accounts, file false tax returns, and commit federal benefits fraud — often for years before detection.

Identity Verification Bypassmedium

Combined with a name and other leaked data, date of birth helps criminals pass identity verification questions at banks and government agencies.

Physical Security Riskmedium

Home address exposure can enable mail theft, package fraud, and targeted phishing attacks that reference your known location.

Targeted Phishingmedium

Your email being connected to this breach makes you a high-value phishing target. Watch for impersonation attempts referencing the company or the breach.

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Check Your Eligibility

Under the Washington My Health MY Data Act, you may have a legal claim against Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. if any of the following apply:

  • You received a written data breach notification letter from Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc.
  • You are or were a customer, patient, or employee of Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc.
  • Your information was held by Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. in WA
  • Your Social Security Number may have been compromised
  • Your bank or payment card data was potentially exposed

Applicable law: This breach was reported under the Washington My Health MY Data Act, which establishes your right to seek damages from Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc..

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Your Legal Rights — Compensation Available

01
Lost Time & Remediation Costs

The hours spent responding to a data breach — canceling accounts, contacting credit bureaus, updating passwords, and investigating fraud — represent compensable economic harm in data breach litigation.

02
Identity Theft Protection Costs

Once your SSN is exposed, protection becomes an ongoing expense. Plaintiffs in data breach settlements have recovered costs for credit freezes, identity protection subscriptions, and time spent dealing with fraudulent accounts — sometimes covering multiple years of exposure.

03
Banking & Account Fees

Fees charged to close and reopen accounts, issue replacement cards, or dispute fraudulent transactions are recoverable in data breach litigation. So are the costs of overdrafts, late payments, and credit damage caused by unauthorized activity.

04
Statutory Minimum Damages

Several state data breach laws provide for statutory minimum damages — fixed amounts recoverable per affected individual regardless of actual loss. These provisions exist specifically to make legal action viable for victims who have not yet experienced direct harm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need proof that my data was misused to file a claim against Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc.?

No. Under Washington My Health MY Data Act and federal law, the unauthorized exposure of your personal data — regardless of whether it has been actively misused — can be sufficient grounds for a claim. The breach itself is the injury.

How much does filing a claim cost?

Nothing. The Law Office of David S. Harris handles data breach cases on contingency — you pay zero upfront and owe nothing unless compensation is recovered.

My Social Security Number was exposed. What should I do right now?

Immediately place a free credit freeze at all three bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name. Then file a complaint with the FTC at IdentityTheft.gov and contact our office — SSN exposure is one of the most serious breach types.

My financial account data was exposed. Can the bank recover my losses?

Banks may reverse fraudulent charges, but they are not obligated to compensate you for time lost, stress, or indirect damages. A class action claim against the breached company can recover those additional categories of harm.

Is there a deadline to file a claim?

State statutes of limitations for data breach claims typically run 2–4 years from the date of the breach or its discovery. Because this breach was recently disclosed, the window is open — but acting early preserves your options and strengthens the case.

What if Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. offered me free credit monitoring after the breach?

Accepting free credit monitoring from Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. does not waive your right to pursue legal action unless you signed a specific release waiving claims. In most cases, victims who accepted monitoring can still file.

Do I need to have received a notice letter to be eligible?

Not necessarily. Many data breach victims are never notified directly. If your personal information was held by Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc. during the relevant period, you may still qualify even without receiving a letter. A free eligibility review can confirm your status.

Received a notification letter from Impac Mortgage Holdings, Inc.?

Read our dedicated guide — what the letter means and exactly what to do.

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Source: State Attorney General filing, WA

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