On September 24, 2023, Morrison Community Hospital detected unusual activity on its computer network, indicating a data breach. Based on a forensic investigation, Morrison Community Hospital confirmed that cybercriminals infiltrated its inadequately secured computer systems and gained access to the sensitive personal information of 122,488 individuals. The AlphV/Black Cat ransomware group has taken responsibility for the breach and has added stolen patient information to the dark web. The AlphV gang has also threatened to make calls to patients whose information they stole.
Did You Receive a Data Breach Letter From Morrison Community Hospital?
The information exposed in the data breach includes:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Dates of birth
- Medical information
- Insurance information
- Contact information
As a result of the data breach, these individuals’ personal and highly confidential information may be in the hands of cybercriminals who can place the information for sale on the dark web or use the information to perpetrate identity fraud.
Murphy Law Firm is investigating claims on behalf of all individuals whose personal and confidential information was potentially compromised in the data breach involving Morrison Community Hospital. We are evaluating legal options, including a potential class action lawsuit, to recover damages for individuals who were affected by the data breach.