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New Atrium Health data breach impacts 585,000 individuals

Security Affairs

Atrium Health disclosed a data breach affecting 585,000 individuals to the HHS, potentially linked to the use of online tracking tools. Healthcare company Atrium Health disclosed a data breach that impacted 585,000 individuals. The company notified the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). added Atrium Health.

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Inside the "3 Billion People" National Public Data Breach

Troy Hunt

I decided to write this post because there's no concise way to explain the nuances of what's being described as one of the largest data breaches ever. A quick tangential observation in the same tweet: The database DOES NOT contain information from individuals who use data opt-out services. Thanks guys.

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McLaren Health Care data breach impacted over 743,000 people

Security Affairs

The ransomware attack that hit McLaren Health Care in 2024 exposed the personal data of 743,000 individuals. McLaren Health Care is notifying over 743,000 people of a data breach discovered on August 5, 2024. ” reads the data breach notification letter shared with the Maine Attorney General’s Office.

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Esse Health data breach impacted 263,000 individuals

Security Affairs

” reads the data breach notice published by the company. As part of our investigation, we conducted a time-intensive review of the files involved to determine the types of data present and to whom it related.” Based on the investigation, a cybercriminal gained access to our network on April 21, 2025.”

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Healthcare Now Third-Most Targeted Industry for Ransomware

SecureWorld News

Sensitive Data Theft and Exposure: Cybercriminals have reportedly stolen up to 120 TB of data in 2024 from healthcare providers alone. This stolen data is often exposed on both the clear and dark web, heightening risks of identity theft and further perpetuating cybercrime.

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How to Prevent Tax Identity Theft

Identity IQ

How to Prevent Tax Identity Theft IdentityIQ Every year, tax season presents a seasonal opportunity for criminals seeking monetary gain from identity theft. Clearing up issues related to identity theft and fraudulent tax returns can be messy and significantly delay any tax refund you may be owed.

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Unemployment Insurance Fraud and Identity Theft: Up Close and Personal

Lenny Zeltser

the scammers get these details from massive data breaches, such as the Equifax breach. The most likely way in which you’ll learn that you’ve fallen victim to the identity theft-based unemployment insurance scam is by receiving an unsolicited debit card in the mail. I believe in this scheme.