In February 2026, Daniel L Kaler, DDS, PC, an orthodontic practice, experienced a data breach that was reportedly a Beast ransomware attack. The incident was discovered on February 18, 2026, with an estimated attack date of February 17, 2026. Information regarding this incident stems from ransomware monitoring sites that index public operator claims. No official statements or regulatory filings from Daniel L Kaler, DDS, PC confirming the breach have been publicly disclosed.
Approximately 1.7TB of data was reportedly exfiltrated, and due to the nature of the business, this may have involved patient records. However, specific types of data such as names, contact information, or treatment history have not been detailed publicly. The number of affected individuals has not been specified in available sources and remains unconfirmed. There is no confirmation of Social Security numbers or financial data being involved.
As breach investigations and notification timelines can evolve after an initial report, additional details may be released later.