On November 6, 2023, WellLife Network, Inc. (“WellLife”) filed a notice of data breach with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights after discovering that an unauthorized actor gained access to certain WellLife systems. In this notice, WellLife explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their names, dates of birth, demographic information, and other personal or health information. Upon completing its investigation, WellLife began sending out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.

If you receive a data breach notification from WellLife Network, Inc., it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following the WellLife Network data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.

What Caused the WellLife Network Data Breach?

The WellLife Network data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected in the near future. However, WellLife’s filing with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights provides some important information on what led up to the breach. WellLife also posted a website notice entitled “Notice of Data Privacy Incident.”

According to these sources, on September 7, 2023, WellLife detected suspicious activity within its computer system. In response, WellLife launched an investigation with the help of third-party cybersecurity specialists. While this investigation is ongoing, WellLife has confirmed that an unauthorized party was able to access the company’s IT network between August 26, 2023 and September 7, 2023. During this period, the unauthorized party was able to access—and potentially acquire—confidential information belonging to certain patients.

After learning that sensitive consumer data was accessible to an unauthorized party, WellLife Network reviewed the compromised files to determine what information was leaked and which consumers were impacted. While the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include your name, date of birth, demographic information, and other personal or health information.

On November 6, 2023, WellLife Network sent out data breach letters to anyone who was affected by the recent data security incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.

More Information About WellLife Network, Inc.

WellLife Network, Inc. is a mental and behavioral health provider based in Hauppauge, New York. WellLife provides a range of treatment and support services, including those related to behavioral health, addiction recovery, youth and family services, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and more. WellLife Network employs more than 1,440 people and generates approximately $250 million in annual revenue.