Associated Endocrinologists (AE) disclosed a data breach on July 29, 2026, to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The incident was a ransomware attack, with the RansomHouse hacking group claiming responsibility and posting about it on the dark web on February 6, 2026.
The breach affected 4,979 individuals. While the full scope of exposed information is not publicly detailed, sensitive health information was compromised. This may include medical records, health insurance information, diagnosis, treatment details, or prescription information. The specific types of data were not fully disclosed at the time of reporting.
More details regarding the incident or further information on affected individuals may emerge over time, and notification processes may still be ongoing.