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Data Disaster: ESHYFT’s 108GB Leak Exposes Healthcare Workers to Risk
ESHYFT’s database blunder exposed 108.8 GB of sensitive data from over 86,000 healthcare workers. With SSNs, work history, and even medical reports on display, it’s a cybercriminal’s dream come true. The company took a month to act after being alerted, leaving workers vulnerable to identity theft and more. Time to secure that data, HealthTech!
Hot Take:
When it comes to data breaches, ESHYFT just took a hard shift into the danger zone. They’ve managed to leave more sensitive data exposed than a nudist at a winter resort. And while it’s commendable that they were notified, taking a whole month to cover up is hardly a quick wardrobe change. Talk about leaving the barn door open long after the horse has galloped off with your personal info.
Key Points:
- 108.8 GB of sensitive data exposed, including information on over 86,000 healthcare workers.
- The database was left unprotected with no password or encryption.
- PII, SSNs, medical documents, and work histories were all up for grabs.
- ESHYFT took a month to restrict access after being alerted.
- The responsibility for the breach remains unclear, with third-party contractors in the mix.
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