The Illinois Department of Human Services has confirmed a data breach affecting approximately 700,000 residents, exposing sensitive personal and program-related information for over 672,000 Medicaid and Medicare Savings Program recipients, as well as 32,000 Division of Rehabilitation Services clients. The unauthorized access has raised concerns about identity theft and fraud, as government data is particularly vulnerable due to its permanence. DHS is investigating the breach and has urged affected individuals to take steps to protect themselves, such as enrolling in identity theft protection services. The agency is also working to enhance security measures to prevent future incidents.
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