Community Healthcare Network (CHN) experienced a network disruption on October 1, 2023, which affected access to certain systems. Upon discovery, CHN promptly secured its network and engaged third-party experts to investigate the nature and scope of the incident. The investigation revealed that certain information was acquired by an unauthorized individual, leading CHN to conduct a thorough review to determine the extent of the data breach. This review was completed on June 21, 2024, and the organization is now notifying affected individuals as a precautionary measure.
The data potentially impacted includes personal information such as names combined with other sensitive details. While there is no evidence that the compromised information has been misused, CHN has chosen to notify individuals to ensure they can take steps to protect their personal data. The organization is offering credit monitoring and identity protection services at no cost to those affected and is advising individuals to remain vigilant by reviewing their financial statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity.
CHN responded to the incident by immediately securing its environment and enhancing its cybersecurity measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The organization is committed to maintaining the security and privacy of the information it holds. In addition to bolstering its defenses, CHN has provided access to credit monitoring services to further safeguard those affected by the incident.
For individuals seeking more information, CHN has set up a dedicated assistance line to answer any questions or concerns regarding the breach. The organization encourages anyone impacted to take advantage of the credit monitoring and identity protection services and to report any unusual activity to the appropriate financial institutions. CHN remains committed to ensuring the protection of its patients’ and customers’ personal information in the wake of this event.
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