Community Health Center Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Community Health Center data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Community Health Center, which may have affected as many as 1,060,936 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office states that the Community Health Center data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident where unauthorized actors gained access to the organization's network. The breach was initially detected on January 2, 2025, when suspicious activity was observed within the company's IT infrastructure. Following this discovery, Community Health Center implemented additional security measures and enlisted external cybersecurity experts to conduct a thorough investigation.

The investigation revealed that threat actors had successfully accessed and exfiltrated files containing sensitive information including:

• names,
• dates of birth,
• addresses,
• phone numbers,
• email addresses,
• diagnoses,
• treatment details,
• test results,
• Social Security numbers,
• and health insurance information.

Data breach letters were sent out by Community Health Center on January 30, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data. The organization is offering 24 months of complimentary credit and CyberScan monitoring services to affected individuals.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
   1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
   2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
   3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries
      
      
2. Consider freezing your credit
   1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
   2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
   3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit
      
      
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Community Health Center data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Community Health Center
   2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
   3. Verify all communications through official channels
      
      
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
   1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
   2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
   3. Consider using a password manager for better security
      
      
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
   1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
   2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
   3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Community Health Center Overview

Community Health Center, Inc. functions as a nonprofit healthcare provider based in Middletown, Connecticut. The organization maintains a network of healthcare facilities throughout Connecticut, delivering a range of medical services including primary care, dental care, behavioral health services, and specialized medical treatments. Their operational structure encompasses multiple programs including telehealth services, chronic disease management, and school-based health initiatives. With approximately 1,270 employees, Community Health Center reports annual revenue of $268 million. Their service model focuses on providing healthcare access to underserved populations through various facilities across the state.

Community Health Center Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Community Health Center data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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