Lifespire Breach - January 14th and February 8th, 2022

Lifespire is a safe place for anyone with developmental delays or any other type of disability. The company’s values are stewardship, integrity, excellence, innovation, and opportunity, and it operates all around New York City.

What Was the Breach?

The breach was a hack into the systems of the service. The hacker could access a plethora of sensitive information within the allotted time, resulting in thousands of affected customers.

How Did the Breach Occur?

While Lifespire did not release the cause of the breach, it did release a list of the stolen information. The hacker had access to

• Health insurance information
• Medicare/Medicaid numbers
• Medical diagnosis/treatment information
• Credit card information
• Bank account information
• Passport numbers
• Driver’s license numbers
• Dates of birth
• Social Security numbers 
• Addresses
• Names

When Did This Breach Occur?

This breach occurred between January 14th and February 8th, 2022.

Who Does the Breach Impact?

The breach impacts specific Lifespire customers. Customers are at very high risk of scamming and other malicious acts. With the nature of the stolen information, there are a great many attacks that the hacker could launch – not to mention that if they sell the data, there could be many more people looking to attack.

How Many Files Does the Breach Affect?

The breach affects 15,375 individuals. Most of these people have mental and/or physical disabilities, making them easier targets for scammers and attackers on almost any front. If you or a loved one have been affected by the breach, remember that there are things to do to keep yourselves safer.