A Cyberattack Shook Christie’s in 2024 Now Victims Are Eligible for Compensation
If you were impacted by a 2024 cyberattack on Christie’s, the world-renowned auction house, time is running out to claim your part of a $990,000 class action settlement. The breach exposed sensitive personal data, and now eligible victims can file for compensation before the June 19, 2025 deadline.
Christie’s, known globally for auctioning rare fine art, luxury goods, and antiques, hasn’t admitted wrongdoing — but it has agreed to the settlement to avoid further litigation.
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What Happened in the Christie’s Data Breach?
In May 2024, cybercriminals successfully breached Christie’s systems, gaining unauthorized access to highly sensitive information. Compromised data included:
- Full names
- Places of birth
- Driver’s license numbers
- Passport numbers
Many victims only found out months later, when they received official notices informing them of the breach.
Why Is Christie’s Paying?
Although Christie’s denies any legal liability or wrongdoing, the company agreed to settle allegations that it failed to implement “reasonable cybersecurity measures.” These measures, according to the lawsuit, could have prevented the breach or minimized its impact.
What You Can Claim in the Settlement
Who Is Eligible?
If you live in the United States and received a notification saying your data was impacted by the breach, you may be eligible to file a claim.
Types of Compensation Available
- Up to $10,000 in reimbursement for documented monetary losses related to the breach
- Two years of free credit monitoring from all three major credit bureaus
- Identity restoration services
- $1 million in identity theft insurance
Bonus for Californians
California residents who are eligible may also receive an additional $100 statutory payment, on top of other benefits.
How to File a Claim
To receive compensation, you’ll need to:
- Submit a valid claim form
- Provide documentation of any related expenses or losses (e.g. receipts, bank statements)
All claims must be filed by June 19, 2025. If you wish to opt out of the settlement or object to its terms, you must do so by May 20, 2025.
Final Approval Hearing
A final court hearing to approve the settlement is scheduled for July 22, 2025.
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More Data Breach Settlements You Should Know About
Christie’s isn’t the only high-profile organization facing fallout from cyberattacks. Here’s a look at other recent data breach settlements and what affected individuals could claim.
$1.45M Payout from the DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority
After a 2023 breach compromised data from over 170,000 people, the DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority agreed to a $1.45 million settlement. Eligible claimants can receive:
- Up to $10,000 for documented fraud-related expenses
- Free credit monitoring for one year
- $1 million in identity theft insurance
Mulkay Cardiology Consultants Breach
In a breach exposing patient Social Security numbers and insurance information in September 2023, victims could receive:
- Up to $5,000 for eligible expenses
Senior Living Chain Vi Offers Up to $6,500
Vi, a luxury senior living chain, also experienced a data breach. Senior citizens impacted may qualify for:
- Up to $6,500 in compensation
- Just a bank statement may be enough proof to receive payment
Don’t Miss Out on Your Chance to Claim
If you’ve received a notification about the Christie’s data breach — or any of the other settlements mentioned — now is the time to act. Filing a claim only takes a few minutes, and you could be entitled to thousands of dollars in compensation, free identity protection, and more.
The deadline for Christie’s claims is June 19, 2025. Don’t wait until the final hour — secure your benefits while you still can.