State of California, Department of Industrial Relations data breach

What we know

The State of California, Department of Industrial Relations is a government agency responsible for protecting the workforce, enforcing labor laws, and overseeing workers' compensation and workplace safety. Given its regulatory and administrative function, the department maintains extensive sensitive records, including Social Security numbers, employment history, and detailed personal identification required for processing claims and benefits. This incident was officially reported to the California Attorney General in 2025, and the department has issued formal data breach notification letters to all impacted individuals. If you have received such a letter, it indicates that your personal information held within the department’s systems may have been compromised. We recommend reviewing the correspondence carefully to understand the specific nature of the exposure and the identity protection services being offered.

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