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Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center.
•Discovered on March 30, 2026.
•Affects individuals in: New York.
•Confirmation level: Based on reports.

Detailed summary

The Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center (BNAC), a healthcare research center affiliated with the University at Buffalo, was impacted by a ransomware attack from the coinbasecartel group on March 30, 2026. This incident was identified through ransomware leak sites, and no official confirmation or victim disclosure has been made by BNAC.

Specific details regarding the number of affected individuals and the types of data exposed, such as SSN, medical, or financial information, have not been publicly confirmed. Notifications issued, state Attorney General filings, and official breach notification letters also remain undisclosed. The extent of states affected beyond New York is currently unclear.

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Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

Mar 30, 2026

Company Discovered

Unknown

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Unknown

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Current

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

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