In a shocking revelation, genetic testing company 23andMe disclosed a massive data breach that compromised the ancestry information of nearly 7 million users. The company, known for its saliva-based DNA tests, acknowledged that hackers had gained unauthorized access to a third-party database containing customer data. This breach marks a significant setback for the growing genetic […]
Fred Hutch data breach
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center experienced a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 800,000 patients. The breach involved an unauthorized access to an employee’s email account, which contained sensitive information such as names, addresses, medical diagnoses, and Social Security numbers. While no evidence of identity theft has been found, Fred Hutch is urging affected patients to take steps to protect their information.