United Medical Centers (UMC) suffered a cybersecurity breach where an unauthorized user accessed its IT network and exposed sensitive patient data including names, addresses, social security numbers, and health records. UMC discovered the breach in September 2023. Affected individuals were notified via letters by UMC. The breach’s cause and how many people were affected are as yet unknown, and UMC is investigating it.

FBI warns about online file converter sites which install malware, steal private information
Scammers are mimicking popular online tools that convert .pdf, .doc, and .jpg files, to install malware and ransomware onto users’ computers or steal personal data.