On December 24, 2023, INTEGRIS Health (“INTEGRIS”) posted a website notice describing a recent “data privacy incident” after the company determined that an unauthorized party may have accessed its computer network. In this notice, INTEGRIS explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their names, dates of birth, contact information, demographic information, and Social Security numbers. While the company’s investigation is still underway, if a breach is confirmed, INTEGRIS will be required to send out data breach letters to anyone whose information was affected by the recent incident.
If you receive a data breach notification from INTEGRIS Health, it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following a possible INTEGRIS data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.
What Caused the Data Privacy Incident at INTEGRIS?
The INTEGRIS data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected soon. However, INTEGRIS’s recent website notice dated December 24, 2023, provides some important information on what led up to the breach. According to this source, INTEGRIS recently discovered potential unauthorized access to certain systems within its IT network.
In response, INTEGRIS secured its systems and launched an investigation to learn more about the incident and whether any confidential patient data was affected. Ultimately, the company’s investigation determined that certain files may have been accessed by an unauthorized party on November 28, 2023.
Upon learning of this possibility, INTEGRIS began reviewing the potentially accessed data to determine what data types were impacted and which patients were affected. This process is still underway. However, at this point, INTEGRIS explains that while the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include your name, date of birth, contact information, demographic information, and Social Security number.
On December 24, 2023, INTEGRIS learned that some patients were contacted by individuals who claimed to be responsible for the attack. INTEGRIS recommends that patients not respond and avoid clicking any links that may be contained in an email.
On December 24, 2023, INTEGRIS posted its most recent update on its website. However, the company is still investigating the hackers’ claims. If INTEGRIS confirms that patient data was leaked, it will be required to send data breach letters to anyone who was affected by the recent data security incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.
More Information About INTEGRIS Health
Established in 1995, INTEGRIS Health is a healthcare system headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. INTEGRIS operates a number of hospitals, specialty clinics, and family care practices across Oklahoma, including 15 hospitals and specialty hospitals. INTEGRIS employs more than 10,000 people and generates approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue.
