Ophthalmology Texas Retina Associates reports data breach affecting 312K people
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Dallas-based Texas Retina Associates has reported a data breach that has affected 312,867 individuals.
The incident was first detected on March 27, 2024, when unusual activity was noticed on their network. The practice engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate the matter. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor had accessed the systems starting on October 8, 2023, and may have obtained certain files.
The compromised information varies among individuals but may include:
- Contact information
- Clinical information
- Prescription information
- Health insurance information
Details of the attack have not been disclosed.
The breach was officially reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights Breach Portal on June 21, 2024.
