Summary:
A major cybersecurity incident at a healthcare firm may have exposed the sensitive personal and health records of more than 100,000 Americans. Asheville Eye Associates, a North Carolina-based optical care firm, reported a data breach affecting 147,116 people. The firm stated that an unknown attacker accessed patient data including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, medical reports, and health insurance records.
Investigation and Response:
On January 31, 2025, Asheville Eye Associates detected and stopped the network security incident. They engaged third-party specialists to secure the network and investigate the breach. A comprehensive review identified additional individuals affected by the breach. The firm specializes in ophthalmology services, offering various treatments for ophthalmic disorders.
Asheville Eye Associates sent notification letters to impacted individuals, providing details about the incident and offering free credit monitoring services for those whose Social Security numbers were compromised. The firm has not observed any cases of identity theft linked to the breach.
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