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First Mid Bank & Trust NA data breach

Incident readout

Company
First Mid Bank & Trust NA
Reported to
Indiana Attorney General
Filed
January 8, 2026
People affected
Not stated in the filing
Incident type in filing
Not stated
Our review
Investigation Open

Was this a ransomware attack?

The filing does not say ransomware was involved. We do not label an incident ransomware unless the company’s report says so. Whatever the cause, the steps to protect yourself and the legal question are the same.

What we know

First Mid Bank & Trust NA is a financial institution that provides a range of banking, wealth management, and lending services to its customers. As a bank, the company routinely collects and maintains highly sensitive personal and financial information, including government-issued identification numbers, account details, and transaction history. In 2026, the institution officially reported a data security incident to the Indiana Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you have received a data breach notification letter from the bank, it indicates that your personal information may have been compromised during this event. This notice is intended to inform you of the situation, the steps the bank is taking to address the matter, and the resources available to help you protect your identity.

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After the First Mid Bank & Trust NA incident: what to do and your options

What should I do after getting the First Mid Bank & Trust NA 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.
Did First Mid Bank & Trust NA offer free credit monitoring?
Look for an enrollment code in your First Mid Bank & Trust NA notice. Companies that offer free credit monitoring after a breach usually include it there, with a deadline to activate. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
Can I sue First Mid Bank & Trust NA 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.
Do I need a First Mid Bank & Trust NA data breach lawyer or attorney?
Whether the company's systems were encrypted by ransomware or data was simply taken, the legal question is the same: did it protect your information the way the law requires? An attorney can review your notice for free, and these cases are usually handled on contingency.
Is there a First Mid Bank & Trust NA 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 First Mid Bank & Trust NA. 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.
Is the First Mid Bank & Trust NA data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from First Mid Bank & Trust NA in the mail matches the breach First Mid Bank & Trust NA reported to the Indiana Attorney General on January 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 First Mid Bank & Trust NA through a phone number or website you find yourself.
How much could a First Mid Bank & Trust NA data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no First Mid Bank & Trust NA 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.

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