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Personal and Medical Information of Children and Adults Stolen in DHS Data Breach

Cyberattackers have managed to steal personal and medical information of children and adults involved in Child Protective Services (CPS) and DHS Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) cases. Unauthorized individuals gained access to DHS employee email accounts between May 3 and May 15, compromising customers personal identifiable information and protected health information (PHI) The breach also exposed psychological reports, counseling notes, medical diagnoses and substance abuse information for 12 individuals. Affected clients are being contacted directly by DHS, and instructions are being provided on how clients can protect themselves from further harm.”]

Source: https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/hotforsecurity/personal-and-medical-information-of-children-and-adults-stolen-in-dhs-data-breach/

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