New York Healthcare Tech Firm Breached, Potentially Exposing Medical Data of 49,467 People – Names, Birthdates and Insurance Info at Risk

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By Dextape Desk · November 4, 2026

A New York healthcare technology firm, Cognitive Health Technologies, reported a data breach affecting 49,467 people, according to a bulletin from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. The company said it spotted unusual network activity in late April, and that taken files included names, birth dates, insurance details and medical histories. Unauthorized access ran from February 5 to April 28, 2026, the company said, and a review of the affected folders identified people whose data was present. No misuse has been found so far. The company has strengthened its security policies. Affected individuals are advised to watch for identity theft and fraud, check account statements and credit reports, and review explanation of benefits forms.

Why it matters: It shows that sensitive health and identity data held by technology vendors remains a target, which matters for readers tracking how digital service providers protect personal information.

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