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p style=”text-align: justify;”>In September 2024, American Addiction Centers (AAC) experienced a significant cyberattack that exposed the personal and health-related information of 422,424 individuals. The breach involved sensitive data such as Social Security numbers and health insurance details, prompting AAC to take immediate action to address the situation and support those impacted.
The cyberattack occurred over three days, from September 23 to September 26, 2024. AAC identified the breach on September 26 and quickly launched an investigation. The organization engaged third-party cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement to assess the extent of the attack. By October 3, investigators confirmed that unauthorized individuals had accessed and stolen data during the breach.
Data Compromised
The stolen information included:
- Names, addresses, and phone numbers
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers
- Health insurance details
AAC assured clients that no treatment information or payment card data was compromised during the incident. While the exposed data could be exploited for identity theft, the company emphasized that there is no evidence linking the breach to fraudulent activity at this time.
Response and Notifications
In December 2024, AAC began notifying affected
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