Skyward Specialty Insurance Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information2
Skyward Specialty Insurance Group, Inc., a Texas-based specialty insurance provider, has reported a data breach involving unauthorized access to sensitive personal information. The company disclosed the incident to the Idaho Attorney General’s office, indicating that certain documents stored in a database were publicly accessible to individuals who could identify the database’s URL.
On April 5, 2025, Skyward Specialty was alerted that some of these publicly accessible documents were found on the dark web. In response, the company initiated an investigation to determine the nature and extent of the breach, as well as to identify the individuals affected.
The specific types of personal information potentially exposed have not been publicly detailed by Skyward Specialty. However, according to state reporting guidelines, “personal information” may include:
- Name
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license or state identification number
- Account number, or credit or debit card number, in combination with any required security code, access code, or password that would permit access to a resident’s financial account
On April 8, 2025, Skyward Specialty began mailing data breach notification letters to impacted individuals. These letters provide details on the specific types of sensitive information affected and offer complimentary credit monitoring services.
Skyward Specialty operates through eight underwriting divisions, including accident and health, captives, global property and agriculture, industry solutions, professional lines, programs, surety, and transactional E&S. The company employs over 500 individuals and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
For more information or assistance, affected individuals are encouraged to contact Skyward Specialty Insurance Group directly.
