Carient Heart & Vascular, a healthcare provider in Northern Virginia, may have experienced a data breach. A July 16, 2026, post on a dark web monitoring platform attributed the alleged attack to the PEAR Ransomware Group. The incident involves a ransomware attack that exfiltrated internal files from the clinic on or around June 23, 2026.
Potential exposure includes medical records, contact details, insurance information, and possibly Social Security numbers (SSNs). Attackers typically harvest patient intake forms, billing records, and physician correspondence. The exact number of affected individuals remains unconfirmed as Carient Heart & Vascular has not yet issued an official statement or notification letter.
As of July 17, 2026, no official breach notification letters have been issued to patients, and no State AG filings have been reported. Details can emerge later, and notices may be delayed as the organization continues to investigate the scope of the data exfiltration.