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The religious-affiliate organization, with communities in Iowa, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, may have exposed the personally identifiable information of an undisclosed number of residents.

On March 10, a hacker gained access to the organization\u2019s computer system and infected it with malware that encrypted medical records in an attempt to extort money.

\u201cWe engaged a data forensics firm to ensure all systems were free of malware and assist in the backup recovery of our systems,\u201d noted a letter sent to residents about the incident. \u201cABHM brought in a third-party security expert to perform an in-depth security risk assessment, enhanced its technology security requirements, strengthened password requirements, implemented electronic procedures that terminate access to systems after a series of failed attempts, and engaged a 24\/7 security monitoring system to safeguard and protect all data.\u201d

The letter aimed to minimize the extent to which resident information was exposed. \u201cAt this time, there is no evidence that the unauthorized party retrieved your information or used any of your information for malicious purposes,\u201d it noted. \u201cWe are bringing this incident to your attention in an abundance of caution so you can take any action necessary to reduce the potential for harm.\u201d

However, the organization acknowledged that the unauthorized party may have access to names, addresses, Social Security numbers, medical information and financial information and may have had access to patient information. \u201cHowever, at this time, ABHM has no evidence that any patient information was retrieved or misused in any way.\u201d

Also See:<\/b> How hospitals can prepare for the next WannaCry style attack<\/a>

\u201cPlease be assured we have taken every step necessary to address this incident, and we are committed to fully protecting all of the information you have entrusted to us,\u201d wrote Jeff Hongslo, CEO and president, in the notification letter.

Currently, however, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest is not offering credit monitoring or identity theft protection services to residents.

The organization did not respond to a request for additional information and comment.
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The religious-affiliate organization, with communities in Iowa, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, may have exposed the personally identifiable information of an undisclosed number of residents.

On March 10, a hacker gained access to the organization\u2019s computer system and infected it with malware that encrypted medical records in an attempt to extort money.

\u201cWe engaged a data forensics firm to ensure all systems were free of malware and assist in the backup recovery of our systems,\u201d noted a letter sent to residents about the incident. \u201cABHM brought in a third-party security expert to perform an in-depth security risk assessment, enhanced its technology security requirements, strengthened password requirements, implemented electronic procedures that terminate access to systems after a series of failed attempts, and engaged a 24\/7 security monitoring system to safeguard and protect all data.\u201d

The letter aimed to minimize the extent to which resident information was exposed. \u201cAt this time, there is no evidence that the unauthorized party retrieved your information or used any of your information for malicious purposes,\u201d it noted. \u201cWe are bringing this incident to your attention in an abundance of caution so you can take any action necessary to reduce the potential for harm.\u201d

However, the organization acknowledged that the unauthorized party may have access to names, addresses, Social Security numbers, medical information and financial information and may have had access to patient information. \u201cHowever, at this time, ABHM has no evidence that any patient information was retrieved or misused in any way.\u201d

Also See:<\/b> How hospitals can prepare for the next WannaCry style attack<\/a>

\u201cPlease be assured we have taken every step necessary to address this incident, and we are committed to fully protecting all of the information you have entrusted to us,\u201d wrote Jeff Hongslo, CEO and president, in the notification letter.

Currently, however, American Baptist Homes of the Midwest is not offering credit monitoring or identity theft protection services to residents.

The organization did not respond to a request for additional information and comment.
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Senior living community system acknowledges ransomware attack

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