Geisinger and Nuance Settle $5M Data Breach Lawsuit, Ex-Employee Charged
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Geisinger and Microsoft's Nuance Communications have settled for $5 million following a 2023 data breach that compromised the personal information of 1.2 million patients. The breach originated from a former Nuance employee's mishandling of data on a personal laptop, prompting a class-action lawsuit. This settlement underscores the significant legal and reputational risks healthcare organizations face regarding data security, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity protocols and accountability measures to protect sensitive patient information. As the broader cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, such incidents stress the urgency for healthcare professionals to prioritize safeguarding patient data.
