Central Kentucky Radiology’s Data Breach Blunder: 167,000 Patients’ Info Exposed!

Central Kentucky Radiology is alerting 167,000 individuals of a data breach where personal information was compromised in October 2024. While no fraudulent activity has been reported, CKR offers free credit monitoring and identity theft protection advice. The exact nature of the cyberattack remains unclear, though ransomware is suspected.

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Oh, Central Kentucky Radiology, you naughty little data hoarder! It seems you’ve been caught with your server doors wide open, and now 167,000 people are left wondering why their private info was out on a wild digital joyride. But hey, at least you’ve given them a year of credit monitoring to ease the pain. Who knew a trip to the radiologist could lead to such exposure?

Key Points:

  • Central Kentucky Radiology (CKR) suffered a data breach affecting 167,000 individuals.
  • The breach occurred in October 2024, with access to the network from October 16 to October 18.
  • Compromised data includes personal information such as Social Security numbers and medical service details.
  • CKR is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring to those impacted.
  • While ransomware is suspected, no group has claimed responsibility.

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