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Confidant Health Exposes Therapy Data

September 6, 2024
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Confidant Health Exposes Therapy Data

Confidant Health, a virtual medical provider, recently faced a significant data breach after an unsecured database was exposed online. Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered the breach, which revealed over 120,000 files and 1.7 million activity logs. The exposed data included highly sensitive information such as audio and video recordings of therapy sessions, psychiatric intake notes, and detailed medical histories. Additionally, the breach compromised administrative documents, including copies of driver’s licenses, ID cards, and insurance information.

The database, totaling 5.3 terabytes of information, was accessible on the internet due to an improper configuration. Fowler noted that the exposure included documents marked as “confidential health data,” containing intimate personal details about patients. The breach also revealed some files that were password-protected, indicating a mix of secured and unsecured data.

Confidant Health swiftly addressed the issue after being alerted by Fowler, shutting off access to the exposed database within an hour. The company conducted a security audit, confirming that no malicious actors accessed the data and no external AI or chatbots interacted with it. Despite these assurances, the breach highlights the potential risks associated with improperly secured databases in the healthcare sector.

Experts emphasize that such incidents underscore the critical need for stringent data protection measures, particularly as the telehealth industry grows. Niam Yaraghi, an associate professor of health management, warns that breaches of sensitive health data can lead to severe financial, medical, and reputational damage. Fowler adds that the exposure serves as a reminder for healthcare firms to prioritize robust cybersecurity practices to protect patient information and maintain trust.

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  • Confidant Health Exposes Sensitive Therapy Records Due to Unsecured Database
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