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HMG Healthcare Reports Data Breach

January 11, 2024
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Healthcare services provider HMG Healthcare reported a data breach in November 2023, affecting 40 affiliated nursing facilities. The breach, discovered in the same month, exposed personal health information of residents and employees in unencrypted files. The company initiated an investigation, revealing that unauthorized access occurred in August, with threat actors stealing records containing names, dates of birth, contact details, medical information, and social security numbers. While HMG Healthcare took immediate action to mitigate the breach, it advised affected individuals to monitor their accounts and credit reports.

The incident notification sent to impacted individuals explained that hackers gained access to a server containing sensitive information, prompting concerns about the compromise of unencrypted files. HMG Healthcare attempted to identify the specific compromised data but found it unfeasible, raising the potential severity of the breach. The notification did not provide details about the nature of the attack, but experts speculate that the organization might have fallen victim to a ransomware attack, considering the rising trend of such incidents in the healthcare sector. The organization established a contact center to address questions and published a list of impacted facilities.

In response to the data breach, HMG Healthcare implemented measures to enhance security and prevent further unauthorized access. The company’s disclosure reflects the broader challenge faced by healthcare providers in safeguarding sensitive patient information from cyber threats, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity practices in the healthcare industry. The breach highlights the importance of transparency and communication when sensitive health data is compromised, ensuring affected individuals are promptly informed and can take necessary steps to protect their personal information.

Reference:
  • Notice of Data Breach – Update
Tags: Cyber AttacksCyber Incidents 2024cyber-incidentcybercrimesData BreachHealthcareHMG HealthcareJanuary 2024USA
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