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New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum data breach investigation

New Congol LLC, also known as New Congoleum, reported a data breach to Indiana authorities in May 2026. This incident potentially exposed sensitive personal data, including Social Security Numbers and direct deposit details, to unauthorized parties. Affected individuals face heightened risks of identity theft and financial fraud.

Filed
May 8, 2026
Regulator
Indiana AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Monitoring

What the filing confirms

  • New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum reported the incident to the Indiana Attorney General.
  • Information involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Mailing Address, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, Employee ID 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

New Congol LLC, operating as New Congoleum, formally reported a cybersecurity incident to Indiana state regulators on May 8, 2026. The company, a prominent enterprise in manufacturing and flooring supply, indicated that the breach occurred on March 24, 2026. While the full technical details of the incident remain under evaluation, the official filing confirms that personal information was compromised.

The reported exposed data includes Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Mailing Address, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, and Employee ID Number. This combination of highly sensitive data creates significant risks for individuals. Such information is frequently targeted by criminals for identity theft, fraudulent tax filings, and unauthorized access to financial accounts.

Companies like New Congol LLC, which handle extensive employee and business data, are legally obligated under Indiana's Disclosure of Security Breach Law to implement reasonable data security measures. The occurrence of a breach often signals potential weaknesses in an organization's network defenses, such as inadequate access controls, delayed software updates, or insufficient intrusion detection systems. Our investigation will examine whether New Congol LLC met its duties to protect the sensitive data entrusted to its care.

Receiving a data breach notification letter from New Congol LLC confirms that your private information was compromised. Such a notice grants affected individuals legal standing to explore potential claims, even without demonstrating immediate financial losses. These claims often proceed as class action litigation, allowing individuals to seek justice collectively. Our firm evaluates these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs, and we only recover fees if we achieve a successful resolution or recovery.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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.

New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum data breach questions

How many people were affected by the New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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, Mailing Address, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, Employee ID Number. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Is the New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum in the mail matches the breach New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum reported to the Indiana Attorney General on May 8, 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum offer free credit monitoring?
Any free monitoring New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
Is there a New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum. 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum breach notice?
New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum's report is published by the Indiana Attorney General: https://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/consumer-protection-division/id-theft-prevention/security-breaches/#810new-congol-llc-dba-new-congoleum-2026 Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
Do I need a New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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 New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no New Congol LLC dba New Congoleum 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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