Data Breach Summary
OneBlood Inc, a nonprofit organization responsible for collecting, testing, processing, and distributing blood to hospitals has reported a data breach to the Attorney General of Vermont. By August 8, 2024 OneBlood returned to normal working procedures after the ransomware attack.
Individuals associated with OneBlood are advised to remain vigilant for any signs of suspicious activity involving their personal data. To protect against potential risks, it’s recommended to regularly monitor financial statements, update passwords, and exercise caution with unsolicited communications, such as phishing attempts. For additional guidance on safeguarding your information following a data breach, we encourage you to review this resource on responding to data breaches and the proactive steps you can take to protect yourself.
The data breach at OneBlood occurred as a result of a ransomware attack on their systems. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that is designed to block access to a computer system or data until a ransom is paid. In this case, on July 29, 2024, an unauthorized individual, likely a cybercriminal, gained access to OneBlood’s computer network. Once inside, the attacker encrypted or locked certain systems, making them inaccessible.
OneBlood immediately took steps to secure its systems upon detecting the breach. The organization conducted a comprehensive investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts to assess the full scope of the event. Federal law enforcement has also been notified of the incident.
To protect the affected individuals, OneBlood is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services through TransUnion. These services aim to help individuals detect any potential misuse of their personal information. OneBlood is also providing guidance on steps individuals can take to protect their personal information, including enrolling in the identity monitoring services.
According to OneBlood, the information that may have been accessed or acquired is still unknown, but could include patient information, such as names, addresses, date of birth, and Social Security numbers.
If you received a data breach notification from OneBlood, it’s likely that your information was compromised. While victims typically get a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH by mail, the effects can be felt long before the notice arrives. These effects may include fraudulent financial activity and various forms of identity theft. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the OneBlood data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit.
Class action lawsuits allow individuals affected by large-scale data breaches like the OneBlood incident to come together and pursue compensation collectively. These lawsuits can provide a more efficient and cost-effective way to hold companies accountable for failing to protect personal information. Learn how joining a class action lawsuit can potentially help you to seek compensation for:
A successful case could also compel OneBlood to improve its security measures and prevent future breaches. Reach out to Class Action U today to determine your eligibility for a data breach class action lawsuit and the compensation that may be available to you.
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