Medtronic has notified customers about a data breach involving unauthorized access to personal data. The ShinyHunters group claimed to have accessed 9 million records containing sensitive information, prompting Medtronic to reassure customers of their devices' safety and offer credit monitoring services.
Medtronic has informed its customers of a data breach that has compromised personal data. The company reported unauthorized access to its IT systems by hackers, specifically the group known as ShinyHunters.
The breach was discovered on April 15, 2026, following unusual activity detected in Medtronic's corporate IT systems. An investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred between April 13 and April 19, 2026, potentially exposing sensitive customer information.
The exposed personal data may include full names, contact information, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and health-related information. ShinyHunters has a history of publishing stolen data if ransom negotiations fail.
Medtronic has assured customers that their devices remain operational and unaffected by this incident. They have offered affected individuals 24 months of credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to mitigate the risks. Customers are advised to watch for unusual communications and monitor their accounts closely.
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Medtronic has notified customers about a data breach involving unauthorized access to personal data. The ShinyHunters group claimed to have accessed 9 million records containing sensitive information, prompting Medtronic to reassure customers of their devices' safety and offer credit monitoring services.