Cybersecurity Chaos: Massive Data Breaches Hit Asheville Eye and Delta County Hospital
Asheville Eye Associates and Delta County Memorial Hospital suffered data breaches, exposing personal and medical information of thousands. Hackers accessed patient details like names and addresses, but Social Security numbers stayed safe. Asheville’s breach affected 193,306 individuals, while Delta County’s involved 148,363. Free identity theft and credit monitoring are being offered to those impacted.
Hot Take:
In a shocking turn of events, it seems hackers have developed a keen interest in our optometrist visits and hospital check-ins. Maybe they’re just trying to get a sneak peek at our medical records to find out which one of us is due for a new prescription or a routine appendectomy. Or perhaps they’re just really concerned about our health insurance coverage. Either way, it’s clear that even our eyes and medical charts aren’t safe from the prying eyes of cybercriminals. Visionaries, beware!
Key Points:
– Asheville Eye Associates experienced a security breach impacting 193,306 patients, with no financial information compromised.
– The DragonForce ransomware group is believed to be behind the Asheville Eye data breach.
– Delta County Memorial Hospital faced a cyberattack in May 2024, affecting 148,363 individuals.
– The hospital’s breach exposed personal data, including Social Security and driver’s license numbers.
– Both institutions are offering support services to affected individuals to prevent identity theft.