Yale New Haven Health Faces Major Data Breach Affecting 5.5 Million Patients
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
Yale New Haven Health has experienced a data breach affecting approximately 5.5 million patients, prompting concerns over the security of sensitive health information. The breach was identified following unauthorized access to their systems, leading to an investigation into the extent of data exposure, which includes personal information such as names and medical records. The organization is notifying affected individuals and providing resources for monitoring potential misuse of their information while working with cybersecurity experts to strengthen their defenses. This incident underscores the ongoing vulnerabilities in the healthcare sector and the necessity for improved cybersecurity measures to protect patient trust and confidentiality.
