The Family & Social Services Administration Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts

The Indiana Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA) is a government agency responsible for administering health and human services programs, including Medicaid and public assistance benefits. As a state agency, they collect and maintain highly sensitive personal, financial, and medical information necessary to determine eligibility for social services. In 2025, the agency officially reported a data breach to the Indiana Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you have received a data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal information was likely stored within the affected environment. This notice serves to inform you of the incident, the specific categories of data involved, and the steps the agency is taking to address the security compromise.

State: Indiana
Breach date: January 3, 2025
Reported: January 14, 2025

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.

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