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Munson Healthcare Data Breach

Munson Healthcare, through its third-party vendor Cerner, experienced a data breach involving unauthorized access to personal and health-related information, including Social Security numbers and medical records. Affected individuals may be eligible for complimentary identity protection services and may also join a class action lawsuit for compensation

Munson Healthcare
Date of Breach: January 22, 2025
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Who was affected:

Clients of Munson Healthcare

Impacted Data:

Full name

Social Security number

Medical record number

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Munson Healthcare recently reported a data breach involving a third-party electronic health record (EHR) vendor, Cerner. The breach, which occurred due to unauthorized access to legacy Cerner systems, potentially exposed sensitive personal and health information of certain individuals. Affected individuals are being offered free identity protection services and may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit.

Munson Healthcare’s Data Breach Investigation

On January 22, 2025, an unauthorized third party gained access to data maintained by Cerner, the EHR vendor used by Munson Healthcare. Cerner initiated an investigation into the incident and determined that personal health information, including medical records and personal identification data, had been accessed. However, the vendor did not immediately notify affected individuals due to an ongoing law enforcement investigation, which requested a delay in notifications to avoid interfering with their efforts.

Once the investigation and legal directives were resolved, Munson Healthcare began notifying potentially impacted individuals about the breach and is offering resources to protect them from potential misuse of their information.

When Did This Breach Occur?

  • Date of Public Disclosure: January 2025

  • Breach Period: As early as January 22, 2025

What Information Was Breached?

The breach may have exposed the following types of personal and health-related information:

  • Full name

  • Social Security number

  • Medical record number

  • Information in patient medical records, including:

    • Doctors’ names

    • Diagnoses

    • Medications

    • Test results

    • Medical images

    • Care and treatment information

Although Munson Healthcare has not reported any misuse of the information, the breach may have exposed sensitive data to unauthorized third parties.

What You Can Do

If you were potentially impacted by the breach, Munson Healthcare is offering the following steps to protect your information:

  • Enroll in the complimentary identity protection services offered by Experian, which include:

    • 3-bureau credit monitoring for two years

    • Identity protection services

    • Internet surveillance monitoring

  • Monitor your financial accounts and credit statements for any suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions.

  • Place a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file with the major credit bureaus to prevent unauthorized accounts from being opened in your name.

  • Obtain a free credit report from the three major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion) to stay informed about any changes to your credit status.

Munson Healthcare has taken steps to work with Cerner to secure their systems and is continuing to monitor the situation to prevent further incidents.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Munson Healthcare

If your personal or health information was compromised in the Munson Healthcare data breach, you may be entitled to file a class action lawsuit. Organizations are required to protect sensitive data, and when they fail to do so, affected individuals can pursue compensation for damages such as identity theft, financial losses, and emotional distress.

By joining a class action lawsuit, you can help recover compensation for the harm caused by the breach. Class Action U can help you explore your legal options and connect you with experienced attorneys who specialize in data breach cases.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A data breach occurs when sensitive, confidential, or protected information is accessed, stolen, or disclosed without authorization. Data breaches often occur through phishing emails, malware, weak passwords, insider threats, or unsecured databases. Indicators of a data breach can include unexpected password resets, suspicious account activity, unauthorized transactions, or notifications from companies about compromised information.If you suspect your data has been compromised, you must take measures and act quickly. Change passwords, enable two-factor authentication, review your financial accounts for unusual activity and consider freezing your credit.

Once stolen, your personal information may be sold on the dark web or used for identity theft and financial fraud. In some cases, hackers use the data to extort companies or launch further attacks. Victims often face long-term risks, including damage to credit and privacy.

If you receive a data breach notification, don’t ignore it. Immediately change passwords for the affected account and any others that share credentials. Enroll in any free credit monitoring services offered and monitor financial statements closely.

To pursue a data breach claim, you’ll need documentation showing your information was compromised and proof of resulting harm, such as fraudulent charges, credit score damage, or identity theft reports. Notification letters, financial records, and communication with the breached company can help support your claim.

Yes. If a company fails to protect consumer data or delays notifying victims, it may be held liable under state and federal privacy laws. Many victims join class action lawsuits to recover financial losses and hold negligent organizations accountable.

Data breach settlements vary widely depending on the size of the breach, type of data compromised, and damages suffered by victims. Payouts may include cash compensation, identity theft protection, or reimbursement for losses. Many settlements range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person. A skilled data breach lawyer can guide victims through the complex legal process, ensuring their rights are protected. If you’ve received a data breach notification or believe your personal data was exposed, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact Class Action U to learn more about how to join a data breach lawsuit and understand the process of filing.