Maine Mental Health Provider AMHC Targeted by Qilin Ransomware Group
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Aroostook Mental Health Center (AMHC), a behavioral healthcare provider in Maine, confirmed a ransomware attack in March 2026. The Qilin gang claimed responsibility for the incident and listed organization on its dark web leak site on March 24, 2026.
AMHC serves as the primary mental health resource for rural communities in Aroostook, Hancock, and Washington counties, operating 27 service locations.
The types of exposed data and number of affected individuals is not disclosed.
AMHC acknowledged the incident and stated it is working with external cyber incident specialists to investigate the breach. The organization confirmed that they have not engaged in negotiations with the threat actors and are focusing on recovery and forensic analysis. AMHC plans to update affected parties as the investigation determines the full scope of the incident and will fulfill all legal notification requirements.
