HIGH RISK BREACH

Centra Care Data Breach


Status: Confirmed

782K+Records
May, 2023Breach
12/4/24Data Posted
8/10Severity
HighThreat Level

Breach Intelligence Summary


Entity: Centra Care · Actor: Cl0p · Source: DataBreach.com / ObscureIQ intelligence

Attack: Ransomware via Phishing

Timeline: Breach (May, 2023) · Reported (Dec, 2024) · Leak (12/4/24)

Exposure: 782K+ records · Email, Phone Number, Account Balance, Name, Home Address, Medical Diagnosis

Status: Confirmed · Risk: High (Medical identity fraud + Phishing / SIM swap)

Summary

On 31 May 2023 Minnesota-based healthcare network CentraCare was drawn into the sweeping MOVEit supply-chain attack when the Cl0p ransomware gang exploited the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2023-34362 in a MOVEit Transfer server operated by its patient-engagement vendor Virgin Pulse (formerly Welltok). During the brief window before Progress Software disclosed the flaw attackers silently copied a file set labeled “CCH_CentraCare_Encounter.txt.” , For more than a year nothing surfaced publicly but on 4 December 2024 the 782 282-record database appeared on BreachForums and other leak markets advertised under the handle “centracare.com-2024.” Each row carried a full name and street address and most included phone numbers email addresses treating-doctor names diagnosis codes insurance-provider details and outstanding account balances. Although no Social Security or payment-card numbers were present security analysts warned that the combination of rich medical context and reliable contact triads would be prime fuel for prescription fraud medical-identity theft and highly tailored phishing campaigns. CentraCare did not acknowledge the exposure until journalists sought comment on the dark-web listing; the system’s short statement emphasized that its own network remained “secure” and placed responsibility on an unnamed third-party vendor yet it offered no specifics on the number of patients notified or whether credit-monitoring services would be extended. Privacy advocates criticised the opacity noting that patients generally learn of MOVEit-related leaks months after the fact and that a single year of monitoring-if offered at all-does little to protect individuals whose clinical data can retain black-market value indefinitely. The incident has so far escaped stand-alone litigation but plaintiffs’ lawyers involved in the consolidated In re MOVEit Customer Data Security Breach multidistrict proceeding say CentraCare could be added as discovery uncovers new chains of custody for the stolen files.

About Centra Care

Centra Care is the organization affected by this breach. User data may have been generated through account creation, service usage, or business operations.

If you have interacted with Centra Care in any capacity, your data may be included in this breach.

Threat Actor: Cl0p

This breach has been attributed to Cl0p. The group is known for data theft campaigns targeting organizations through various intrusion methods.

Reported or suspected access method:
  • Phishing

Breach Exploitation Status

Threat Activity:
High
Signal
Status
Dark web marketplace listings
Detected
Credential stuffing list overlap
Possible
Phishing campaign relevance
Detected
Ransomware affiliate crossover
Unknown
Law enforcement investigation visibility
Unknown

Data Longevity:
3–5 years

Phone numbers and addresses change over time but remain valid long enough for sustained exploitation campaigns.

Data Points Exposed

Data observed in the leaked dataset:
Email
Phone Number
Account Balance
Name
Home Address
Medical Diagnosis
Not confirmed in dataset:
Passwords (plaintext)
Social Security Numbers
Payment card data

Dark Web Verification

Status: Confirmed

  • Dataset containing approximately 782K+ records has been identified in breach intelligence sources.
  • The data is indexed and searchable across breach notification platforms.

Impact

This breach carries high risk due to the nature of exposed data fields and the scale of affected records.

Primary downstream threats include:
  • Targeted phishing referencing Centra Care accounts or services
  • Medical identity fraud and insurance scams
  • SIM-swap attempts where phone numbers are present
  • Physical mail scams and address-based identity verification fraud
  • Data broker enrichment and resale

Recommendations for Impacted Individuals

If you believe your information may be included:

Check Your Exposure
If you are an ObscureIQ client, this breach has been indexed into your exposure profile.
Non-clients may request a breach impact review.
Expect Targeted Phishing
Watch for messages referencing:
Centra Care account updates
Medical billing or insurance notices
Password reset requests
Verify directly through official channels.
Secure Your Email and MFA
Enable MFA immediately on email first, then financial platforms.
Email compromise is often the first pivot point.
Rotate Reused Passwords
Change any credentials shared with your Centra Care account across other services.
Monitor Financial Accounts
Monitor accounts associated with your exposed email for unauthorized activity.
Suppress Personal Data
Remove exposed addresses, phone numbers, and enrichment data from broker networks and search engines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in the Centra Care data breach?

In May, 2023, Centra Care experienced a data breach that resulted in the exposure of approximately 782K+ records containing personal information.

What data was exposed in the Centra Care breach?

The exposed data includes Email, Phone Number, Account Balance, Name, Home Address, Medical Diagnosis.

How many records were affected in the Centra Care breach?

Approximately 782K+ records were affected based on current breach intelligence.

Is the Centra Care breach confirmed?

Yes. This breach is treated as confirmed based on data observed in breach intelligence platforms.

Is the Centra Care breach data being used by criminals?

Data circulation has been detected across breach-sharing channels. Downstream exploitation risk exists based on the nature of the exposed fields.

What should I do if I was affected by the Centra Care breach?

Rotate passwords associated with Centra Care, enable multi-factor authentication on email and financial accounts, and monitor for suspicious activity.

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Corporate Accountability

Organizations that collect personal data have a duty to implement reasonable safeguards and to notify affected individuals when breaches occur.

Scope assessments may evolve as investigations continue. Users should not rely solely on early estimates when making risk decisions.

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If you are:
  • A public-facing individual
  • A high-profile executive
  • A customer of Centra Care
  • Or simply concerned about credential reuse

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Classification Tags

Ransomware
Medical Data
Email
Phone
Address