On November 12, 2025, The Washington Post (“the Post”) issued a security notification regarding a data breach caused by an unknown vulnerability in Oracle software. The exploit allowed unauthorized access to certain data between July 10, 2025, and August 22, 2025. While the Post reports no evidence of misuse, the exposure of personal data poses a significant privacy risk. The company is offering 24 months of complimentary identity protection services through IDX to affected individuals.
The Washington Post is an American daily newspaper and news outlet based in Washington, D.C., known for its political reporting on national and local government, and its history of investigative journalism.
Following the incident, the Post launched a forensic investigation, implemented enhanced security measures, and notified relevant authorities. Impacted individuals are encouraged to enroll in the free identity protection service and remain vigilant against identity theft.
If you received a Data Breach notification letter from The Washington Post, it confirms that your information was potentially impacted.
What information is involved in the The Washington Post Data Breach?
Compromised information may include:
Name
Tax Identification Number
Social Security Number
Your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) includes details that can be used to identify you. Organizations are legally obligated to safeguard this data, and failure to do so can result in statutory fines and other legal consequences. If PII is stolen, it may be exploited by criminals to commit identity fraud.
A specific category of PII is Protected Health Information (PHI), which pertains to personal medical data. PHI is safeguarded under both federal and state regulations. Entities such as healthcare providers and businesses that manage PHI must ensure its security. Just like PII, compromised PHI can be misused by identity thieves, and it’s common for cybercriminals to use both types of information together.
If your data has been exposed in a breach, one of the most effective steps you can take is to enroll in credit and identity monitoring services promptly.
Residents of California benefit from additional privacy protections under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), which grants enhanced rights regarding personal data.
If you received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH letter from The Washington Post, your personal, financial, and/or medical information may be at risk. This type of data can be exploited by identity thieves to commit fraud and other crimes.
Contact the Privacy Breach Attorneys at Emery | Reddy today for a Free Case Review.