A settlement has been agreed to resolve class action litigation over a November 2024 targeted cyberattack on the information systems of WPM Pathology Laboratory. The cyberattack occurred on or around November 4, 2024, and resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI).
WPM Pathology Laboratory; Salina Regional Health Center Settle Class Action Litigation
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