Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Incorrect information on your report -- Complaint #11425824
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 11425824
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-Issue: Information belongs to someone else
State: Florida
ZIP Code: 33169
Date Received: 2025-01-07T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-01-07T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
It has come to my attention that my personal information was exposed in a national data breach, compromising my sensitive data. Upon reviewing my credit reports, I identified accounts that I do not recognize or recall opening. I submitted a request to the Consumer Reporting Agencies ( CRAs ) for validation of these accounts ; however, the required documentation has not been provided as mandated under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ). This failure to validate the information and the presence of unverified accounts on my credit report raises significant concerns about the accuracy and security of the data being reported. To address this matter, I have filed an FTC complaint regarding the breach and the unrecognized accounts and attached supporting evidence, including my government-issued ID, a copy of the FTC complaint XXXX the National Data Breach Notification report, and a prior Validation of Debt letter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #11425824 about?
Complaint #11425824 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Incorrect information on your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-01-07T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Equifax, INC.?
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Disclaimer
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