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Synopsys, Inc. data breach investigation

Synopsys, Inc., a technology company, officially reported a data security incident to the New Hampshire Attorney General on April 1, 2026. This filing confirms that unauthorized parties accessed internal systems, potentially exposing personal information of individuals. If you received a notification, understanding the implications for your data is crucial.

Filed
April 1, 2026
Regulator
New Hampshire AG
People affected
Not stated
File status
Investigation Open

What the filing confirms

  • Synopsys, Inc. reported the incident to the New Hampshire Attorney General.

Still unknown

  • Which categories of personal information were taken. The filing does not list them.
  • 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.

Investigation notes

Synopsys, Inc., a company known for its electronic design automation and software security services, has formally disclosed a data security incident to the New Hampshire Attorney General. The report, filed on April 1, 2026, indicates that unauthorized access to the company's internal systems occurred. This official filing confirms that certain personal information held by Synopsys, Inc. may have been compromised.

While the specifics of the incident and the exact types of information accessed remain under investigation, the company's notification suggests that personal data was involved. Individuals who received a formal data breach notification letter from Synopsys, Inc. should carefully review its contents for details pertinent to their situation.

If your information was involved, it is important to take protective steps. This includes being vigilant for any unusual activity in your online accounts or financial statements. Consider changing passwords for sensitive accounts and enabling multi-factor authentication wherever possible to enhance your digital security.

The disclosure from Synopsys, Inc. initiates an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the unauthorized access, including the duration of access and the effectiveness of security measures in place. Our focus is on evaluating the company's conduct in safeguarding the personal information it manages.

Understanding your rights and potential legal avenues is important if your personal information has been compromised due to a corporate data incident. An attorney can help assess whether the company adhered to its legal obligations for data protection.

If you received a data breach notification from Synopsys, Inc., you may be entitled to pursue a claim. We offer free, no-obligation case reviews to discuss your specific situation and potential next steps.

What our attorneys examine

A cyberattack does not excuse a company from protecting the information it holds. We look at whether Synopsys, Inc. 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 New Hampshire.

Synopsys, Inc. data breach questions

Is the Synopsys, Inc. data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Synopsys, Inc. in the mail matches the breach Synopsys, Inc. reported to the New Hampshire Attorney General on April 1, 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 Synopsys, Inc. through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Did Synopsys, Inc. offer free credit monitoring?
Check your letter from Synopsys, Inc.. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
Is there a Synopsys, Inc. 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 Synopsys, Inc.. 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 Synopsys, Inc. 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.
Do I need a Synopsys, Inc. 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 Synopsys, Inc. over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in New Hampshire 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 Synopsys, Inc. data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Synopsys, Inc. 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. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

Other open files in New Hampshire

Attorney advertising. An incident file reflects a public regulator filing and our review of it; it does not mean a lawsuit has been filed or that the company did anything unlawful. Submitting a review request does not create an attorney-client relationship.