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AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach investigation

AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC reported a data breach to Indiana officials on April 30, 2026, stemming from an incident that began on March 5, 2026. This breach involved the exposure of highly sensitive personal and financial information, including Social Security Numbers and direct deposit details. Our firm is investigating the circumstances surrounding this security failure and its implications for affected individuals.

Filed
April 30, 2026
Regulator
Indiana AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Monitoring

What the filing confirms

  • AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC reported the incident to the Indiana Attorney General.
  • Information involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Direct Deposit Account Details, Tax and Payroll Information, Email Address, Phone Number.

Still unknown

  • How many people were affected. The filing does not give a number.
  • What caused the incident beyond the description in the filing.
  • How the attackers got in, and whether basic safeguards such as multi-factor sign-in were in place.
Read the filing at the source

Investigation notes

AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC, a company involved in commercial design and digital asset management, filed a data breach notice with Indiana authorities on April 30, 2026. This official report confirms that a security incident exposed sensitive data originating from as early as March 5, 2026. The specific nature of the breach remains unspecified in the public filing, which prompts a detailed investigation into the company’s cybersecurity practices leading up to the incident.

The breach filing explicitly indicates that individuals’ Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Direct Deposit Account Details, Tax and Payroll Information, Email Address, and Phone Number were compromised. The exposure of such a comprehensive set of personal identifiers and financial data creates significant risks. For example, Social Security Numbers and Dates of Birth are foundational elements often exploited for identity theft, while compromised Direct Deposit Account Details and Tax and Payroll Information directly threaten individuals with financial fraud and unauthorized transactions.

Companies that collect and store personal data, like AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC, are legally obligated under Indiana law and common law duties of care to implement robust security measures. These safeguards are designed to prevent unauthorized access and protect confidential information. The occurrence of this data breach raises serious questions regarding the adequacy of the company's defenses and whether industry-standard security protocols were sufficiently maintained and updated to protect against known cyber threats.

If you have received a data breach notification letter from AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC, it serves as formal acknowledgment that your sensitive information was compromised due to a security incident. Receiving this notice establishes your legal standing to explore potential legal remedies. We invite individuals affected by this breach to request a free, no-obligation case review to understand their rights and discuss available legal options. Our firm handles data breach cases on a contingency basis, meaning there are no out-of-pocket costs unless we secure compensation for you.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC used reasonable security, how long it kept the data, and how quickly it told the people affected. Those questions decide whether a class action or individual claim is possible. Read more on how ransomware lawsuits work, or browse other incident files in Indiana.

AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach questions

How many people were affected by the AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach, and what was exposed?
The filing does not give a count of affected people and lists the following information as involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Direct Deposit Account Details, Tax and Payroll Information, Email Address, Phone Number. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Is the AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC in the mail matches the breach AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC reported to the Indiana Attorney General on April 30, 2026. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC offer free credit monitoring?
Check your letter from AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Signing up doesn't waive any legal rights you may have.
Is there a AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
What should I do after getting the AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Where can I see the official AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC breach notice?
AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC's report is published by the Indiana Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#35aec-holdco-llc-dba-grace-design-studios-llc-2026 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
Do I need a AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach lawyer or attorney?
An attorney can read your notice and tell you whether a claim makes sense. A case review here is free, and data breach cases are usually handled on contingency, so there is no upfront cost.
Can I sue AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Indiana and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
How much could a AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no AEC Holdco LLC dba Grace Design Studios LLC settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. The filing lists Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth as involved. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

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