About Charles Pratt & Co. LLC
Charles Pratt & Co. LLC, a financial services firm located in New York, experienced a data breach affecting 65 individuals, including 4 Maine residents. The breach occurred on June 23, 2025, but was not discovered until November 19, 2025. This incident involved unauthorized access to sensitive client information, including personal identifiers combined with other data. The company has notified affected individuals through written communication.
What Happened
However, on November 19, 2025, they discovered that on or about June 23, 2025, the intruder accessed a link (shared via email) to a file containing sensitive client information. This included social security numbers, dates of birth, mailing addresses, and external bank account numbers.
The breach was a result of hacking, affecting sensitive client data such as social security numbers and bank account details. It was discovered months after it occurred, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures within the organization.
Next Steps
Affected users are advised to remain vigilant by reviewing their account statements and credit reports closely. They should report any suspicious activity or identity theft to the relevant financial institutions and law enforcement agencies. Charles Pratt & Co. LLC has provided a complimentary two-year membership to Aura for identity protection, which includes activation instructions. Users are encouraged to activate their membership to better protect their information.
Identity Theft Protection Services
Charles Pratt & Co. LLC is offering impacted individuals two years of complimentary identity theft protection services through Aura. These services include credit monitoring, dark web monitoring, and fully managed identity theft recovery support. Users can activate their protection by visiting Aura’s website and entering their unique activation code. For assistance, they can reach out to Aura’s support team. Charles Pratt & Co. LLC is committed to ongoing security monitoring and improvements to prevent future incidents.