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Australian prescription delivery service MediSecure has confirmed a significant data breach affecting approximately 12.9 million customers. The attack, which occurred in April 2024, resulted in the theft of sensitive personal and health information.
The stolen data includes names, dates of birth, addresses, contact details, Medicare card numbers, prescription details, and pensioner concession card information. While MediSecure has managed to restore the stolen data from backups, it has been unable to identify the specific individuals affected due to the complexity of the data set.
The Australian National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC) has warned of potential scams targeting individuals impacted by the breach. The NCSC advises individuals to be cautious of unsolicited contact seeking personal or financial information.
MediSecure has ceased operations, and its services have been replaced by Fred IT Group’s eRx Script Exchange.
This incident highlights the growing threat posed by cyberattacks to healthcare organizations and the importance of robust data protection measures.