Oregon Department of Environmental Quality data breach

Clerk's notes

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) filed notice of a data security incident on August 1, 2025, indicating that unauthorized access to its systems occurred on April 9, 2025. As a state regulatory agency, the DEQ manages a wide array of sensitive information pertaining to employees, contractors, applicants, and individuals involved in various compliance matters.

This incident means that personal information maintained by the DEQ may have been accessed by an unauthorized party. If you received an official data breach notification letter directly from the Oregon DEQ, it confirms that your information was likely among the data affected by this security lapse.

To help safeguard against potential misuse of your data, it is important to proactively monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any unusual activity. Be cautious of unexpected communications, such as emails or calls, that request personal details, as these could be attempts at phishing or other fraudulent schemes.

The Oregon DEQ has stated that this matter is currently under investigation. For individuals who have received a notification regarding this breach, understanding the potential impact and available steps is crucial. Discussing your specific situation with an experienced professional can help you navigate these circumstances and explore any potential recourse you may have.

If a notification letter about this breach reached you, see every Oregon data breach on file or browse all cases.