The North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts
The North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners is a state regulatory agency responsible for licensing and overseeing professionals in the cosmetology, esthetics, and manicuring industries. As a licensing body, the organization typically collects and maintains sensitive personal information, including full names, Social Security numbers, home addresses, and professional certification or examination records. In 2025, the Board officially reported a data breach to the New Hampshire Attorney General, indicating that unauthorized parties may have accessed this sensitive information. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter from the Board, it means your personal data was likely included in the incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the event and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity.
- State
- New Hampshire
- Reported
- July 8, 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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