On June 2, 2024, Barrett Eye Care experienced a cybersecurity incident where a threat actor gained unauthorized access to their systems. The breach led to the encryption of most patient information, but there is no evidence that the threat actor viewed, exfiltrated, or acquired any data. Barrett discovered the breach quickly and engaged cybersecurity experts to secure their IT environment and contain the incident.
Following the incident, Barrett determined that some personal information, such as names, addresses, driver’s license numbers, and health insurance details, may have been exposed. The company took immediate action to mitigate the breach by notifying law enforcement and conducting a thorough forensic investigation. Additional security measures have been implemented to prevent future incidents.
Barrett Eye Care is committed to safeguarding patient information and has engaged experts to strengthen their security protocols. They are actively working with law enforcement and cybersecurity specialists to address the incident and ensure that such breaches do not occur in the future. Barrett will continue to update patients on any significant developments related to the security of their personal data.
Patients are advised to monitor their financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Barrett encourages patients to review their statements regularly and report any unauthorized transactions. They also recommend obtaining free annual credit reports from the major credit reporting agencies to detect any potential fraudulent activity.
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