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      Know Your Breach: Cencora

      May 31, 2024 9:14:42 AM

      The Target: Cencora, formerly AmerisourceBergen, is a pharmaceutical services provider specializing in drug distribution, specialty pharmacy, consulting, and clinical trial support.

      The Take: Cencora's internal investigation, which concluded on April 10, 2024, confirmed that the following information had been exposed: full name, address, health diagnosis, medications, and prescriptions.

      The Vector: In February 2024, Cencora disclosed a data breach in a Form 8-K filing with the SEC, stating that unauthorized parties gained access to its information systems and exfiltrated personal data.

      This breach is a stark reminder of how strong authentication controls are in an overall robust cybersecurity posture, and that good password hygiene plays a pivotal role in protection.

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