Hi All
Thousands of customers of a hearing clinic chain in New Zealand have been warned about a ransomware attack that has stolen masses of sensitive data.
Bloom Hearing Specialists said some or all of the stolen data had been, or soon will be, published on the dark web.
In an online alert, it said the hacked data may include bank account details, patient records and insurance information.
"There is an ongoing risk that the threat actor may publish the stolen data or disclose it to unknown third parties," Bloom said online on 27 August.
"We understand that some or all of the stolen data has been (or will soon be) published on the dark web. We encourage individuals and organisations not to look for the stolen data on the dark web."
This made news reports in Australia, but not in New Zealand, where Bloom has 21 clinics.
A spokesperson confirmed on Thursday afternoon to RNZ that all customers in New Zealand had been alerted.
The breach might increase the odds of being targeted for fraud, extortion or identity-related crimes, Bloom said.
An Australian media report said the amount of stolen data could be "astounding" and Bloom might have breached the law around retaining personal data of former patients and staff.
https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/major-hearing-clinic-hit-data-breach
Regards
Caute_Cautim
