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Questions about the FGC breach
Was FGC hacked?
Valor Econômico, Acessa.com and Sobral Online reported a data breach at FGC (Brazil) on 5 November 2026. The sources do not say how it happened. It has been reported but not confirmed by FGC or an authority.
What data was exposed in the FGC breach?
Investor data, by the notices and reports on this page.
How do I know if I was affected?
Organisations normally tell the people whose data was involved, by letter or email, and that notice says what of yours was in it. We cannot look up individual people. If you got a notice, check that it is real, then follow the steps on this page.
Is there a FGC data breach settlement?
No settlement open for claims is on record for FGC as of 15 November 2026. Every open settlement is listed with its deadline.
Is a letter, email or text about the FGC breach real or a scam?
A real notice names the breach, says what data was involved and never asks for a password, a code or a payment. Criminals often send fake notices after a breach is in the news. Do not use links or phone numbers in the message: go to FGC’s own site, or check the letter here.
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