Comcast Data Breach $117.5M Class Action Settlement

Comcast Data Breach $117.5M Class Action Settlement

By Steve Levine

Comcast Data Breach Settlement

Updated: January 4, 2026

Settlement Amount: $117,500,000 (Proposed)

Claim Form Deadline: TBD


What is the Comcast Class Action About?

You may be part of a new $117,500,000 open class action settlement reached with Comcast over allegations tied to an October 2023 cybersecurity incident that may have exposed customers’ personal information.

The class action lawsuit alleged that hackers exploited a vulnerability and accessed certain Comcast internal systems between October 16 and October 19, 2023, and that information was likely acquired before the incident was fully mitigated. Comcast denies wrongdoing, and the Court must still approve the proposed settlement before any benefits are paid. Stay tuned by bookmarking this page.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The class action settlement would require Comcast to establish a $117,500,000 Settlement Fund. According to the notice language in the case, the fund is intended to cover cash payments, reimbursement for certain documented losses and lost time (if approved), and the cost of identity defense and restoration services, along with notice and administration costs and any Court-approved attorneys’ fees, expenses, and service awards.

Who Is Included?

You are included if Comcast sent you a data breach notice around December 18, 2023, stating that your personal information may have been compromised in the October 2023 incident. The estimate is the Comcast data breach impacted about 36 million people nationwide, making it one of the largest consumer data breaches reported in recent years, right after the AT&T data breach open class action which allegedly affected 109 million customers.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

The proposed settlement describes a fund that may provide cash payments to class members and reimbursement for certain documented out-of-pocket losses and lost time, subject to claim rules and Court approval.

Because this is presented as a proposed settlement, the exact payout amounts and any caps, tiers, or pro rata reductions may depend on how many valid claims are filed, what the Court approves for fees and costs, and the final claim structure released by the settlement administrator.

How Do I File a Claim

Claim instructions are typically provided through an official settlement website and a claim form (online and sometimes paper). If the Court grants preliminary approval, the settlement administrator usually launches a website with:

• Online claim form access, if claims are part of the settlement
• A long-form notice explaining benefits, deadlines, and exclusions
• Administrator contact information for questions or mailing requests

As of this update, the claim website and step-by-step claim instructions should be confirmed from the official settlement notice materials in the case record.

What is the Claim Form Deadline?

The claim deadline has not been confirmed in the materials provided here. If the settlement is approved to move forward, the Court’s preliminary approval order and the official settlement notice will list the exact claim deadline.

What are the Important Dates?

These dates should be confirmed from the official settlement notice and Court orders once it is made available. Stay tuned for updates here on OpenClassActions:

• Claim Form Deadline: TBD
• Opt Out Deadline: TBD
• Objection Deadline: TBD
• Final Approval Hearing: TBD

When is the class action settlement payment date?

Payment timing in most class action settlements depends on Court approval, the completion of the claims process, and any appeals. If the settlement receives final approval and becomes effective, payments are often issued weeks to months after the effective date, depending on the administrator’s timeline.

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

Proof requirements depend on the final claim structure. Some data breach settlements allow basic claims without documentation for certain benefits, while reimbursement categories often require documentation such as bank records, receipts, or proof of time spent.

The claim form instructions (once published) should clearly explain what documentation is required for each benefit category.

When Will Claim Form Be Available?

If the Court grants preliminary approval and the notice program begins, the claim form is usually made available during the notice period on the official settlement website. This is when the administrator typically posts the long-form notice, claim form, and FAQ.

How Many People are Affected?

The consolidated complaint and related public filings in the litigation allege that the incident impacted approximately 36 million Xfinity customers.

When Will this Class Action Be Certified?

Settlement class certification typically happens at the preliminary approval stage, when the Court conditionally certifies a settlement class for notice purposes, and then again at final approval if the settlement is approved.

If the Court does not certify the settlement class, the proposed settlement cannot move forward in its current form.

What are the Odds This Class Action is Settled?

A proposed settlement indicates the parties have reached an agreement in principle or a finalized settlement agreement that still requires Court approval. Approval is not automatic, and the Court can require changes, deny approval, or request additional information.

In many class actions, once a proposed settlement is filed, the next major milestone is the Court’s preliminary approval decision.

What is the Anticipated Settlement Amount?

The proposed settlement fund described in the notice is $117,500,000, subject to Court approval and any modifications ordered by the Court.

How much will Each Class Action Claimant be Paid?

Per-person payments are not confirmed here. In many settlements, cash payments can be pro rata and depend on the number of valid claims, the net settlement fund after Court-approved deductions, and whether the settlement uses tiers (for example, documented losses versus base payments).

What is Next?

If the Court grants preliminary approval, the settlement administrator will usually begin sending notice to potential class members and publishing an official settlement website with claim instructions.

After notice is disseminated, class members typically have a set period to submit claims (if applicable), opt out, or object. The Court then holds a final approval hearing to decide whether to grant final approval.

If the Court grants final approval and the settlement becomes effective (including the resolution of any appeals), the administrator will process claims and distribute benefits according to the approved plan.

How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?

Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:


Data Breach Settlements Open to Claims Right Now

These are some of the biggest data breach settlements currently open for claims on OpenClassActions.com. Deadlines can move, so it is smart to file early if you qualify.

$40M Cencora and Lash Group Data Breach Settlement

Status: Open for Claims

Claim Deadline: January 19, 2026

See Details


$1.225M First Choice Dental Data Breach Settlement

Status: Open for Claims

Claim Deadline: January 28, 2026

See Details


$7.75M Purpose Financial and Advance America Data Breach Settlement

Status: Open for Claims

Claim Deadline: February 2, 2026

See Details


$10M Watson Clinic Data Breach Settlement

Status: Open for Claims

Claim Deadline: February 5, 2026

See Details


$10M Nelnet Data Security Settlement

Status: Proposed Settlement (claim deadline posted)

Claim Deadline: March 5, 2026

See Details


Big Data Breach Cases to Watch Next

These are large breach cases that OpenClassActions.com is tracking, but claims are not currently listed as open. If a settlement gets approved, the claim process may open later.

Comcast Data Breach Settlement (Proposed)

A proposed settlement fund has been reported in court filings and notice materials. If final approval happens, a claim site and instructions should follow.

Tip: If you received a Comcast breach notice around December 2023, keep an eye out for an official claim website and deadlines.


Change Healthcare Data Breach

One of the largest healthcare breaches reported in the U.S. Claims and deadlines are not listed as open on this page, but it is a major one to monitor.

Read More


Ally Financial Data Breach

A large breach affecting millions of consumers. The OpenClassActions.com page lists claim details as pending.

Read More


What To Do Next

If you think you were affected, the fastest way to confirm is to check whether you received a notice letter or email from the company, then compare it to the settlement requirements on the OpenClassActions.com page.

For most data breach settlements, you either need a notice ID, or you can file by verifying your information on the claim form. Some settlements pay a basic cash option with no proof, while higher reimbursements usually require documentation.

Claim Form Website

The official settlement website and claim form link have not been confirmed in the materials provided here. Once available, it should be listed in the Court-approved notice and posted by the settlement administrator.

Claim Form Not Yet Available



Official Class Action Complaint

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Sources

• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Hasson v. Comcast Cable Communications, LLC, Case No. 2:23-cv-05039-JMY
• Court docket reference (public docket source): CourtListener

Filing Class Action Settlement Claims

Please submit only truthful information. False claims can be rejected and may carry penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the settlement administrator once the official settlement website is published. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not a settlement administrator or a law firm.

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Class Action Summary
Status Proposed Settlement
Claim Form Deadline TBD
Settlement Amount $117,500,000
Category Privacy and Data Breach
Estimated Payout per Person TBD. May include cash payments and reimbursement categories, subject to Court approval and pro rata adjustments
Case Number 2:23-cv-05039-JMY
Case Title Hasson v. Comcast Cable Communications, LLC
Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Final Approval Hearing TBD
Claim Website TBD
Administrator TBD