Priya PatelTLDR:
Key Points:
- RSNA experiences a data breach potentially impacting personal information
- Unauthorized access to network detected on June 25, resulting in exposure of 1099 forms
RSNA Reports Cybersecurity Incident Potentially Impacting Personal Information
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) recently notified state authorities in Massachusetts and Vermont about a cybersecurity incident that occurred on its network, potentially exposing a limited number of 1099 forms. The breach, detected on June 25, led to an unauthorized party accessing files containing personal information between June 20-26. Although there is no evidence of identity theft or financial fraud, RSNA is offering identity theft protection services and advising individuals to take precautionary measures to protect their personal information.
RSNA emphasized its commitment to privacy and security, stating that it has taken steps to enhance the security and privacy of personal information in its possession. Despite the incident, RSNA expressed apologies and assured individuals that it continually evaluates and modifies its practices to safeguard personal information. The society also conducted an extensive forensic investigation, leading to the notification of less than 200 individuals about the potential exposure of their name and social security numbers.
While RSNA’s website experienced downtime in late June and early July, it did not provide further details about the network outage at the time. The society has since shared a statement about the incident and remains focused on maintaining data privacy and enhancing internal controls to protect personal information.
