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Investigation OpenNH AG filing · June 27, 2025

McDermott + Bull Reports Data Security Incident Affecting Personal Information

Executive search firm McDermott + Bull recently reported a data security incident to authorities on June 27, 2025. While the investigation is ongoing, if you received a notification letter, it indicates your personal information may have been involved.

This breach is real, not a scam. McDermott + Bull officially reported it to the NH Attorney General on June 27, 2025.

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June 27, 2025

On June 27, 2025, executive search firm McDermott + Bull submitted a report to authorities regarding a data security incident. The company is currently investigating the full scope and impact of this event, which suggests that some personal information may have been compromised.

While the specifics of the information involved have not been publicly detailed, any breach of personal data carries potential risks. Individuals affected may face an increased risk of identity theft, fraud, or other unwanted uses of their information.

If you have received a notification letter from McDermott + Bull, it is crucial to review its contents carefully. This letter is intended to inform you that your personal information was potentially affected and should provide specific details about the incident as it relates to you, as well as any recommendations from the company.

General protective steps often include staying vigilant for unusual activity in your accounts, reviewing credit reports, and being cautious of unexpected communications that ask for personal details. These could be phishing attempts designed to exploit data that may have been exposed.

Understanding your position following a data breach can be challenging, and you may have questions about your rights and what steps you can take. Exploring your options with an attorney specializing in data breaches can provide clarity and help you determine any next steps, often at no initial cost.

What to do if you were affected

These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.

  • Stay alert to targeted scams

    Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.

  • Keep your notification letter

    Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.

McDermott + Bull data breach notice and letter questions

Is the McDermott + Bull data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from McDermott + Bull in the mail matches the breach McDermott + Bull reported to the NH Attorney General on June 27, 2025. 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 McDermott + Bull through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Where can I see the official McDermott + Bull breach notice?
McDermott + Bull's report is published by the NH Attorney General: https://mm.nh.gov/files/uploads/doj/remote-docs/mcdermott-bull-20250627.pdf Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
Did McDermott + Bull offer free credit monitoring?
Any free monitoring McDermott + Bull is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Using the free service won't stop you from joining a lawsuit or settlement later.
What should I do after getting the McDermott + Bull 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.
Is there a McDermott + Bull 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 McDermott + Bull. 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.
Do I need a McDermott + Bull data breach lawyer or attorney?
Talking to a data breach attorney costs nothing here. A lawyer can read your notice, explain your rights under your state's law and tell you whether a claim makes sense.
How much could a McDermott + Bull data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no McDermott + Bull 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.
Can I sue McDermott + Bull over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in NH 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.

Source: NH Attorney General filing

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