Smith Hawks Reports Data Breach Affecting Sensitive Personal Information Smith Hawks, a Massachusetts-based organization, recently disclosed a potential data breach to the state’s Attorney General, revealing that sensitive personal identifiable information (PII) under its care may have been compromised. The breach notice, filed without details on the incident’s cause or scope, indicates that exposed data could include names, Social Security numbers, financial account details, and driver’s license information though the exact impact varies by individual. On February 16, 2026, Smith Hawks began notifying affected individuals via mail, providing a breakdown of the compromised data specific to each case. As part of the response, the organization is offering complimentary credit monitoring services to those impacted. The breach notification letters submitted to Massachusetts authorities are available for review. The full extent of the breach and its origins remain undisclosed.