Synergy Healthcare Services reports Data Breach exposing 58k individuals
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Synergy Healthcare Services, specializing in long-term care providers based in Miami, Florida, reported a data breach that was discovered after the company detected suspicious activity within its computer network in December 2022.
Upon detecting the unusual activity, Synergy Healthcare Services locked down its systems and launching a comprehensive investigation with the assistance of third-party experts. The investigation revealed that on December 15, 2022, an unauthorized party had gained access to parts of the company's computer network.
The breach affected not only Synergy Healthcare Services but also its affiliates, including Consulate Health Care, Raydiant Health Care, and Independence Living Centers.
The breach exposed sensitive information of consumers, including
- names,
- Social Security numbers,
- birth dates, signatures,
- insurance details,
- contact information,
- driver's license numbers,
- medical history
- treatment information,
- financial data.
It's estimated that the number of affected individuals is higher than 58,000. No details have been provided as to the nature of the attack that caused the data breach.
In response to the data breach, Synergy Healthcare Services started sending out data breach notification letters on July 27, 2023, to all individuals whose information was compromised in the incident. These letters aim to provide recipients with details about the leaked information and inform them about the steps they can take to protect themselves from potential fraud or identity theft.
