Cyber Security Headlines
Blue Shield of California shared private data,FBI IC3 report, Ex-Army sergeant jailed
Apr 24, 2025
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- Blue Shield of California's data breach involving 4.7 million patients underscores the risks of using third-party analytics tools for sensitive information.
- The FBI's 2024 report reveals a 33% increase in cybercrime losses, with older adults being the most affected demographic.
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Health Data Breach at Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California revealed that it improperly shared sensitive health information of approximately 4.7 million patients with Google due to a misconfiguration while using Google Analytics. This breach, which began in 2021, included personal data such as member account numbers, claim service dates, patient names, and details of patients' financial responsibilities. The insurer has ceased the data sharing since January and is in the process of notifying those affected. This incident highlights the potential risks associated with using third-party analytics tools in handling sensitive health information.
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