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Nude Photos Hack Spurs Record $65M Settlement at PA Health Network
Lehigh Valley Health Network just settled a medical record hack case for a whopping $65m. The breach exposed 135,000 patients’ and employees’ data, including rogue patient nude photos. Class members will receive up to $70,000 each, making it a record-high settlement for a hacking-related court…
Hot Take:
Who knew hospital gowns were the least of our worries? This $65 million settlement is a stark reminder that the real nightmare isn’t the needle, but the hack attack!
Key Points:
- Medical record hack affecting nearly 135,000 patients and employees of Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN)
- Data exposed included medical records, PII, and even nude photos of cancer patients
- Hack resulted in a record-breaking $65 million settlement
- Payments to class members range from $50 to $70,000
- Final fairness hearing scheduled for November 15
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