23andMe Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $30 Million
23andMe Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $30 Million

23andMe Settles Data Breach Lawsuit for $30 Million

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Genetic testing company 23andMe has agreed to pay $30 million to settle lawsuits stemming from a significant data breach that exposed the personal information of approximately 6.4 to 6.9 million customers in 2023. The breach, which occurred between April and September 2023, involved hackers accessing sensitive data linked to users, particularly targeting those of Chinese and Ashkenazi Jewish descent. The preliminary settlement, pending judicial approval, includes cash payments for affected customers and three years of enrollment in a security monitoring program. While 23andMe maintains that it has done no wrong, it will enhance its security measures, including implementing two-factor authentication and annual audits. The company has indicated that about $25 million of the settlement cost will be covered by cyber insurance, as it faces financial difficulties. The breach highlights ongoing concerns regarding user privacy in genetic testing services, with the affected data reportedly sold on the dark web.

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