Data of 53,888 People at Risk After Healthcare Firm Breached – Personal, Financial and Health Records Potentially Exposed
Singing River Health System in Mississippi reported a cybersecurity breach exposing the personal, financial, and health records of 53,888 individuals after unauthorized access to its network server between December 19 and 21, 2025. The breach was discovered on February 10, 2026, with affected data including Social Security numbers, bank details, and medical information, prompting enhanced security measures and a dedicated call center for impacted individuals.
Singing River Health System in Mississippi disclosed a cybersecurity breach affecting 53,888 individuals, with unauthorized access confirmed between December 19 and 21, 2025. The breach involved a network server, and the healthcare provider discovered compromised files containing sensitive patient data on February 10, 2026. The exposed information includes names, contact details, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, birth dates, bank account and health insurance data, provider names, patient IDs, and medical records. Singing River Health System launched an investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement. The company states it immediately took steps to strengthen cybersecurity safeguards and provide additional employee training. A dedicated call center has been established to assist affected individuals with inquiries and support. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights confirmed the breach report submitted by Singing River Health System. The incident underscores ongoing risks in healthcare data security, prompting calls for vigilance in protecting sensitive information.
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