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Houston Housing Authority data breach

Incident readout

Company
Houston Housing Authority
Reported to
Indiana Attorney General
Filed
March 27, 2025
People affected
Not stated in the filing
Incident type in filing
Not stated
Our review
Investigation Open

Was this a ransomware attack?

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What we know

The Houston Housing Authority is a government-affiliated entity responsible for managing public housing programs and providing affordable housing assistance to eligible residents. As part of its administrative operations, the organization collects and maintains sensitive personal information, including government identification, financial records, and housing eligibility documentation. In 2025, the Houston Housing Authority officially reported a data breach to the Indiana Attorney General, indicating that unauthorized parties may have accessed this stored information. If you received a formal data breach notification letter, it confirms that your personal data was likely involved in this incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the nature of the exposure and the steps the organization is taking to address the security compromise.

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