Albany Gastroenterology Associates (Albany Gastro) has reported a data breach to the Vermont Attorney General, revealing that an unauthorized party accessed sensitive patient information, including names and Social Security numbers. The breach, detected on November 19, 2024, compromised files as early as November 10, 2024. Following an internal investigation with cybersecurity experts, Albany Gastro began notifying affected individuals on January 28, 2025.
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