BreachNoticePulse benchmark report
As of 2026-11-04, BreachNoticePulse holds 1,547 public records from Washington State Attorney General data breach notifications (data.wa.gov) and California Attorney General data security breach list (oag.ca.gov). The largest group is Not stated (California list) with 1,162 (75%); the median state residents affected is $1,984 (middle half $826 to $7,810). Computed from the live dataset and updated on every refresh.
Last updated 2026-11-04 · Source: Washington State Attorney General data breach notifications (data.wa.gov) and California Attorney General data security breach list (oag.ca.gov)
What is the typical state residents affected?
| Point | state residents affected |
|---|---|
| Lowest | $1 |
| 25th percentile | $826 |
| Median | $1,984 |
| 75th percentile | $7,810 |
| Highest | $786,927 |
By location
| Group | Records | Median state residents affected |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1,061 | n/a |
| Washington | 385 | $2,066 |
| Delaware | 101 | $1,880 |
By category
| Group | Records | Median state residents affected |
|---|---|---|
| Not stated (California list) | 1,162 | $1,880 |
| Cyberattack | 269 | $1,991 |
| Unauthorized access | 107 | $2,584 |
| Theft or mistake | 9 | $1,205 |
Records by month
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| 2025-12 | 73 |
| 2026-01 | 62 |
| 2026-02 | 62 |
| 2026-03 | 58 |
| 2026-04 | 59 |
| 2026-05 | 69 |
| 2026-06 | 64 |
| 2026-07 | 68 |
| 2026-08 | 70 |
| 2026-09 | 69 |
| 2026-10 | 66 |
| 2026-11 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
How many records does the BreachNoticePulse benchmark cover?
1,547 public records from Washington State Attorney General data breach notifications (data.wa.gov) and California Attorney General data security breach list (oag.ca.gov), as of 2026-11-04.
How often is it updated?
On every data refresh, automatically.
Can I cite it?
Yes: cite "Zalwin, BreachNoticePulse benchmark report" with a link to this page.
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