Consumer complaint received 2023-12-19
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (CA)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Attn : Complaints Department XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Subject : Complaint Regarding Illegal Sale and Purchase of My Information and Request for Deletion of Accounts Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding the illegal sale and purchase of my personal information, which was obtained through the XXXX data breach. As a victim of this breach, I am deeply concerned about the unauthorized access to my information and the subsequent harm it has caused to my financial standing. 

Attached to this letter, you will find compelling evidence that clearly indicates XXXX XXXX admission of my status as a victim of the data breach. Despite this admission, XXXX has failed to take appropriate action to rectify the situation and remove the accounts associated with this breach from my credit reports. Therefore, I kindly request your immediate intervention in this matter. 

The following accounts, which were established illegally using my personal information, must be deleted from my credit reports without delay : Here is a list of the credit information I am requesting to be removed thus far. 
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I have diligently taken steps to protect my personal information following the breach, including freezing my credit and regularly monitoring my reports. However, I firmly believe that it is the responsibility of XXXX and other entities involved in the illegal sale and purchase of my information to rectify the situation and ensure that my credit history reflects accurate and lawful information. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter thoroughly and take appropriate action against XXXX for their negligence and failure to address this issue promptly. I trust that your expertise and resources will enable you to enforce the necessary measures to protect consumer rights and hold XXXX accountable for their actions. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I respectfully request a timely response and appropriate action to resolve this unfortunate situation. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX