Fairmont Federal Credit Union Settles $1.78M Data Breach Class Action

• •Fairmont FCU's data breach affected 187,038 individuals.
• •Settlement offers up to $7,640 for documented losses and $150 for alternative cash claims.
• •Three years of credit monitoring and identity restoration services are included.

Fairmont Federal Credit Union has agreed to a $1.78 million settlement over a data breach that exposed personal and health information of approximately 187,038 individuals between September 30 and October 18, 2023. Affected individuals include current and former customers, and those who engaged in financial transactions with them. The breach involved sensitive data such as Social Security numbers, financial account details, and health information. Class members can claim up to $7,640 for documented losses, $150 for alternative cash payments, and receive three years of credit monitoring and identity restoration services. Claims must be submitted by December 18, 2026, with specific documentation required for reimbursement. The settlement also includes cybersecurity enhancements for Fairmont FCU over the next five years.