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September 13, 2024

UPMC Settles $65 Million Lawsuit After 2019 Ransomware Attack

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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
A Pennsylvania healthcare provider has agreed to pay $6.5 million to settle claims related to a ransomware attack that compromised the sensitive data of approximately 3.2 million patients. The settlement follows allegations that the provider failed to implement adequate security measures to protect patient information, resulting in unauthorized access and data breaches. The funds from the settlement will be used to enhance cybersecurity measures and provide compensation to affected individuals.

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