Data Breach Summary
Artivion, Inc., a medical device company headquartered in Kennesaw, Georgia, has completed an investigation into a recent security incident involving unauthorized access to its network. The company’s swift response to the incident included shutting down affected systems and working with outside cybersecurity experts to determine the scope of the breach.
The unauthorized access occurred between November 20 and November 21, 2024, when a third-party gained access to Artivion’s network and obtained certain files. Upon discovering the breach, Artivion immediately launched an investigation and took proactive measures to contain the threat and secure its systems. The company conducted a thorough review of the impacted files to identify affected individuals and confirm their contact details.
As part of its response to the breach, Artivion is offering a complimentary two-year membership to credit monitoring and identity protection services for those whose Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, or passport numbers were involved. This service is designed to help individuals monitor and protect their personal information from potential misuse.
Artivion’s investigation, which concluded on June 9, 2025, identified that the personal information of three Maine residents was included in the compromised files. The data exposed includes the following details for the affected individuals:
Full name
Social Security number
Driver’s license number
Direct deposit information
In response to the breach, Artivion began mailing notification letters to the affected Maine residents on July 9, 2025. These letters were sent via First-Class mail, and a sample copy of the notification has been made available to individuals.
If you received notification from Artivion Health regarding this breach, we recommend:
Regularly monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
Placing fraud alerts or security freezes on your credit reports with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
Taking advantage of the free identity monitoring services offered by Artivion Health
Reporting any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
Following the breach, Artivion Health faces potential class-action lawsuits from clients alleging negligence in protecting personal data. Data breach lawsuits often claim companies failed to implement adequate security measures or delayed disclosure of breaches, thereby increasing victims’ risk of financial and identity theft damages.
Affected users may be entitled to compensation for costs related to identity monitoring, fraudulent transactions, lost time addressing the breach, and emotional distress.
If you were impacted by the Artivion Health data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U is dedicated to helping data breach victims connect with skilled attorneys who specialize in this area of law and can guide you through the legal process.
Individuals whose personal information was exposed may have valid grounds to join a class action lawsuit, allowing them to pursue restitution.
If your data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent resolving the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
By pursuing a class action lawsuit, you not only have the opportunity to recover damages but also help hold Artivion Health accountable, potentially prompting them to strengthen their security measures. Reach out to Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and learn more about the compensation you may be entitled to.
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