DaVita Inc. revealed a ransomware cyberattack that encrypted parts of its network, prompting the company to take immediate measures to contain the incident's impact. Discovered over the weekend, DaVita has yet to assess how long the disruption will last. This is part of a troubling trend for the company, which has faced multiple data breaches since 2008. Previous incidents include a phishing attack in 2022, affecting over 1,000 patients, and another report to HHS in July 2024, which involved unauthorized disclosures to a much larger patient group. DaVita has settled claims related to these breaches for significant amounts.
DaVita reported a ransomware attack that has encrypted parts of its network, prompting emergency measures to mitigate the breach's impact.
The firm acknowledged the cyberattack discovered on Saturday, stating it cannot yet estimate the duration or extent of the disruption.
This is not DaVita's first breach; previous incidents include a 2022 phishing attack affecting over 1,000 patients and another 2024 data release impacting over 67,000 patients.
In a settlement, DaVita addressed claims from a significant data security breach, paying $3.8 million related to unauthorized patient information disclosure.
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