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California Tribal Clinics Data Breach Exposes Patient SSNs and Medical Records
Taylor Hawes
February 02, 2026
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California Tribal Clinics Data Breach Exposes Patient SSNs and Medical Records
A network of tribal clinics in California was hit by a ransomware attack in November 2025 that exposed sensitive patient information including Social Security numbers, diagnoses, test results, prescriptions, insurance details and more. The attack disrupted internal systems like phone lines, appointment scheduling and pharmacy orders. Rhysida, a criminal ransomware group, claimed responsibility and posted samples of stolen records online. The clinics have begun notifying affected patients and offering identity monitoring services. Organizations in healthcare continue to face high ransomware risk.
Key takeaway
Patient names, SSNs and medical data were compromised.
Clinic systems including phones and schedules were disrupted.
Ransomware group Rhysida took credit and listed the stolen files.
Identity monitoring is being offered to affected individuals.
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Data sharing within the U.S. Department of Defense is evolving to link physical security operations with cybersecurity controls. Leaders discussed how improved sharing of information across systems benefits both tactical operations and infrastructure protection. On a recent FedScoop podcast, guests talked about the need to reduce technical barriers and expand secure information flows across all defence domains. Strengthening secure data exchange supports coordinated defence strategies and helps protect sensitive military systems from both cyber and physical threats.
Takeaways
Physical security data can strengthen cyber threat detection when systems are connected.
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Coordination between cyber and physical teams supports overall mission resilience.
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📊 By the Numbers 📊
$12 trillion
Cybercrime is projected to reach $12 trillion by 2031, up from $10.5 trillion in 2025, according to Cybersecurity Ventures.
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