Cybernews reports hackers claim MyDr breach exposed data of 18.8 million Poles
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Cybernews reported on Aug 14 that hackers breached MyDr, Poland's primary medical platform, and claimed access to data of 18.8 million people, nearly half the population. Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski called it one of the largest data leaks in history, while MyDr confirmed an attack but said it could not yet confirm the amount or type of exposed data.
The MyDr Breach
Hackers breached MyDr, Poland's primary healthcare platform for scheduling appointments, viewing medical records, and receiving digital prescriptions; the platform works with tens of thousands of clinics. According to Cybernews, the attackers claimed access to 18.8 million patient records and more than 2.5 terabytes of information, roughly half of Poland's population. MyDr confirmed an attack and said the exposed information likely dates to 2024 and earlier, but does not include all customers and patients. The platform processes PESEL numbers, prescriptions, appointment records, and other personal data.
Politician Data Leak
Attackers proved their access by leaking a top Polish politician's PESEL number, phone numbers, and 25 prescriptions, Cybernews reported. According to the outlet, the hackers contacted Polish media, including Wyborcza.pl, after failing to reach MyDr representatives. They claimed to hold data on 18.8 million Poles, adding up to more than 2.5 terabytes of information.
Government Response
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Affairs Krzysztof Gawkowski said the incident involves nearly 19 million Polish citizens who received medical assistance and called it one of the largest data leaks in history. He said the breach appears financially motivated, not politically driven, according to Polish officials. MyDr said it cannot confirm the amount and type of exposed data until forensic analysis is completed.
What's Next
MyDr said it will confirm the amount and type of exposed data once forensic analysis is completed, but no timeline was given. It remains unclear whether the attackers have released additional records or whether other politicians and clinics were affected.
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Cybernews reports hackers claim MyDr breach exposed data of 18.8 million Poles
