Lincoln Technical Institute (Nashville Auto-Diesel College) data breach
On July 9, 2026, Lincoln Technical Institute reported a data security incident to the Washington Attorney General. This breach potentially exposed sensitive data including Full Name, Social Security Number, and Banking Details for individuals connected to the institution, raising concerns about identity and financial security.
Docket sheet
- Company
- Lincoln Technical Institute (Nashville Auto-Diesel College)
- Venue
- Washington Attorney General
- Filed
- July 9, 2026
- People affected
- Not stated
- Status
- Monitoring
Where this breach stands
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Breach occurred
The filing does not state when the incident happened.
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Reported to the Washington Attorney GeneralJuly 9, 2026
The company filed a breach notification with the state regulator.
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Attorney reviewCurrent stage
Current status: Monitoring. Our office is reviewing whether affected people may have claims.
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Information listed in the filing
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Mailing Address
- Student ID Number
- Financial Aid Records
- Banking and Direct Deposit Details
- Employment and Wage Information
Clerk's notes
Lincoln Technical Institute, which includes institutions like Nashville Auto-Diesel College, filed a data breach notification with the Washington Attorney General on July 9, 2026. This filing acknowledges a security incident affecting individuals associated with the educational provider. The investigation into this event is currently ongoing and is being monitored.
The reported incident involved the potential exposure of highly sensitive personal information. This data includes Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Mailing Address, Student ID Number, Financial Aid Records, Banking and Direct Deposit Details, and Employment and Wage Information. The compromise of such comprehensive personal data significantly elevates the risk for affected individuals.
Exposure of these data types, particularly Social Security Numbers and banking information, can lead to severe consequences. Individuals may face an elevated risk of identity theft, fraudulent financial transactions, unauthorized credit applications, and targeted phishing scams. Educational institutions are often targets due to the wealth of personal data they maintain.
If you received a notification letter regarding the Lincoln Technical Institute data breach, it confirms that your information was part of this incident. It is advisable to review the letter for specific details and to monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Understanding your legal options following such a breach is a prudent step.
The receipt of an official data breach notification signifies your legal standing to address potential harms. While not every individual experiences immediate fraud, the increased risk of future identity theft and financial disruption is a recognized injury. Our firm is assessing the legal implications of this incident and offers complimentary case reviews for those affected.
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