The Chelan Douglas Health District not only to failed to protect sensitive patient information but also delayed disclosing a major data breach, affecting over 188,000 patients.
The State Court of Appeals overturned the dismissal of a class action lawsuit, indicating the Health District could be liable for damages due to their negligence in protecting personal information.
Acting Chief Judge Tracy Staab noted that the Health District was aware their systems were vulnerable to cyberattacks as early as 2020, yet failed to act.
Despite warnings about a potential cyberattack from the FBI, the Health District did not enhance their security protocols, leading to significant risks for patient data.
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