Freeway Insurance Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Customer Information
Freeway Insurance, a California-based insurance broker and distributor, is under investigation following a data breach that exposed sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) of customers. The company, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Huntington Beach, connects clients with insurance policies from partner providers, offering products such as auto, homeowners, and commercial vehicle coverage.
On March 31, 2026, Freeway Insurance detected unauthorized activity within its systems. A third-party cybersecurity investigation confirmed that an external actor had accessed and exfiltrated a limited number of historical files. A data-review firm later analyzed the compromised files, with findings finalized in June 2026. The company has since worked to identify and notify affected individuals.
The breach exposed a range of sensitive data, including:
- Credit/debit card numbers
- Driver’s license details
- Financial account information
- Social Security numbers
Freeway Insurance stated it has taken steps to secure its systems and reported the incident to law enforcement. Legal firms are now reviewing potential compensation claims for impacted individuals. The investigation remains ongoing.
Source: https://www.claimdepot.com/investigations/freeway-insurance-data-breach-2026
Freeway Insurance Services, Inc. cybersecurity rating report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/freeway-insurance
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