✅ Official notice on file. Merced Union High School District filed this data breach notice with the California Attorney General on Aug 17, 2026. Compare it with the letter you received: the official copy is linked below.
Merced Union High School District reported a data breach. The information involved includes Social Security number, date of birth.
Key facts
| Data exposed | Social Security number, Date of birth |
|---|---|
| Reported to California AG | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Company helpline | 1-844-593-8313 |
Free credit monitoring
Merced Union High School District is offering 12 months of Cyberscout (TransUnion) at no cost to people who received the letter. Enroll at bfs.cyberscout.com/activate using the activation code printed on your letter.
What to do now
- Freeze your credit for free at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, and request an IRS Identity Protection PIN at irs.gov to block fraudulent tax returns in your name.
- Your date of birth is often used to verify identity: add a fraud alert to your credit file so lenders must confirm it is really you.
- Get your free credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com and look for accounts you do not recognize.
- Call the Merced Union High School District helpline at 1-844-593-8313 if you have questions about your letter.
Other recent data breaches
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Source: notification letter and filing submitted by Merced Union High School District to the California Attorney General. BreachLetter is not affiliated with Merced Union High School District. Details extracted from the official letter; always follow the instructions in your own copy.