Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles data breach

What we know

The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is a government agency responsible for managing public housing programs and providing rental assistance to low-income residents. Given the nature of these services, the organization maintains extensive sensitive records, including government-issued identification, income verification documents, and household demographic data required for housing eligibility. In 2025, the agency officially reported a data breach to the California Attorney General, indicating that unauthorized parties may have accessed personal information stored within their systems. If you received a data breach notification letter from the Housing Authority, it confirms that your personal information was potentially compromised during this incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the situation and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity.

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