First Advantage Reports Data Breach to Texas Attorney General

First Advantage Corporation filed a data breach report with the Texas Attorney General's office on September 3, 2026. The breach event date was identified as November 13, 2025. The investigation status for this incident is currently listed as monitoring.

First Advantage Corporation is a major provider of background screening services, handling extensive personal information for employment checks and other verification processes. Their services involve collecting and storing deeply sensitive data for individuals across the United States, which is central to their business operations.

The compromised data types in this breach include Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Driver's License Number, Employment History Records, Criminal Background Records, Credit History Information, and Residential Address History.

Exposure of these specific data types carries significant risks for individuals. Unlike financial account numbers which can be changed, foundational identity information such as Social Security Numbers and dates of birth are permanent. This exposure can increase the risk of identity theft, fraudulent applications for credit, unauthorized loans, and targeted phishing attempts that could impact victims for an extended period.

Individuals who believe they may be affected by this data breach should take steps to protect their personal information. It is advisable to regularly review financial statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Placing a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files with the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) can also help prevent unauthorized access to credit.

Further details about this data breach are available through the public filing made with the Texas Attorney General's office.