Sotheby’s Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (October 21, 2025) – The law firm of Federman & Sherwood announces that it is investigating the recent data breach reported by Sotheby’s, the internationally known fine art and luxury auction house. According to a notice filed with the Attorney General of Maine, Sotheby’s detected that certain data had been removed from its network by an unknown actor on or around July 24, 2025.
Upon discovering the unauthorized access, Sotheby’s initiated an investigation with the assistance of cybersecurity experts and law enforcement. The investigation determined that an unknown actor gained access to Sotheby’s systems and exfiltrated certain data files. A comprehensive review of those files was completed on or about September 24, 2025, revealing that the incident potentially compromised personal information, including names, Social Security numbers, and financial account information for affected individuals.
Sotheby’s stated that it has implemented enhanced security measures to strengthen its systems and prevent future incidents. The company is also providing affected individuals with 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through TransUnion.
Federman & Sherwood is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals whose personal information has been exposed due to corporate data breaches. The firm’s investigation aims to determine whether Sotheby’s implemented sufficient data security measures prior to the breach and whether additional legal remedies are available to those affected.
If you received a notification letter from Sotheby’s or believe your personal information may have been impacted, please contact Federman & Sherwood.
The compromised information may have included:
- Full name
- Social Security number
- Financial account information
- Other sensitive information
What is Sotheby’s?
Sotheby’s is a global art business that connects buyers and sellers of art and luxury items through public auctions, private sales, and e-commerce.
If you were impacted by this breach, you may contact Federman & Sherwood at 1-800-237-1277 or click the link to complete the Data Breach Questionnaire and someone will reach out to you shortly.