DaVita, a major kidney care provider, suffered a ransomware attack that exposed the personal data of nearly 2.7 million individuals. The cyberattack compromised sensitive information including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and health insurance details. This incident highlights the growing threat ransomware poses to healthcare organizations, which hold vast amounts of sensitive patient data. DaVita has taken steps to mitigate the impact, including notifying affected individuals and offering credit monitoring services. The attack underscores the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the healthcare sector to protect patient privacy and prevent future breaches. Organizations must prioritize robust security protocols, employee training, and incident response planning to defend against increasingly sophisticated ransomware threats.
This Cyber News was published on www.bleepingcomputer.com. Publication date: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:40:14 +0000