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New York Blood Center Enterprises Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving New York Blood Center Enterprises.
•Discovered on January 20, 2025.
•Possible data exposed: Name, Social Security Number, Driver's License Number, Government ID Number, Health Information, Test Results, Financial Account Information.
•Affects individuals in: Maine, Texas, New Hampshire, California, Massachusetts, Rhode Island.
•Confirmation level: Confirmed by regulators.

Breach confirmed

The New York Blood Center Enterprises breach is confirmed. If you may be affected, add your details below and we will take it from there.

Detailed summary

New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe) experienced a data breach between January 20 and January 26, 2025. The company publicly acknowledged the unauthorized access and began notifying affected individuals on September 5, 2025. This incident was reported to regulatory bodies in various states.

The breach affected 193,822 individuals. Exposed data included names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license or other government identification numbers, health information, and test results. For some individuals, financial account information tied to direct deposits was also compromised. The exact number of individuals impacted in specific states, such as the 10,557 Texas residents and 8 Maine residents, has been reported.

Details about data breaches can emerge over time, and notification processes can be delayed. It is important to stay informed about any further updates regarding this incident.

Data possibly involved

Name
Social Security Number
Can be used to open fraudulent accounts and file false tax returns
Driver's License Number
Can be used for identity fraud
Government ID Number
Health Information
Test Results
Financial Account Information

Company Response Timeline

Response Grade

Took over 180 days or has not yet notified consumers

Breach Occurred

Jan 20, 2025

Company Discovered

Jan 20, 2025

Regulator Notified

Sep 5, 2025

Consumers Notified

Sep 5, 2025

0 days to discover

228 days to notify consumers

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Complete

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Complete

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Current

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

Note: Breach verification can take time. Information may evolve as more details become available from companies and regulators.

Case Status:

Investigation Open

We're actively investigating this case and seeking affected individuals.

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