Ernest Health Data Breach: Lawsuit Looms Over Cyberattack

US healthcare system, Ernest Health, faces class-action lawsuits following a cyberattack by the LockBit ransomware group, affecting 94,747 patients’ data. The attack, which occurred between January 16 and February 4 2024, exposed sensitive patient data. The plaintiffs, representing over 100 affected patients, allege negligence on Ernest Health’s part and are seeking certification for the case as a class action, along with compensatory damages and fees.