Data breach at Texas Tech University exposes personal data of 1.4 million patients

A data breach at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center has exposed the personal information of 1.4 million patients. The breach occurred in September and involved sensitive data such as names, Social Security numbers, and medical information. The Interlock ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the attack and has leaked 2.6 TB of stolen data on the dark web. The university plans to offer free credit monitoring to affected patients. Patients are advised to monitor their credit reports and health insurance statements for suspicious activity. The university has set up a dedicated assistance line for those impacted by the breach.