Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #15540231
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 15540231
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: Arkansas
ZIP Code: 72104
Date Received: 2025-08-26T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-08-26T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am writing to formally notify you that I am a victim of the recent data breach, and I am requesting that all accounts related to my personal information be blocked and deleted in accordance with 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ), as outlined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Due to the breach, my personal data may have been exposed, and I am concerned about potential misuse of this information. Therefore, I respectfully request that you : XXXX. Immediately block all accounts associated with my personal information, including my name, Social Security number, and any other identifying details that may have been compromised. Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$11000.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Account name : XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Account name : XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$580.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$890.00} Account name : XXXX Account number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$260.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #15540231 about?
Complaint #15540231 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-08-26T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". 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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