Proposed class-action lawsuit over 23andMe data breach.
The genetic testing company 23andMe says hackers gained access to the profiles of millions of its users in October following a data breach. Now, some customers are involved in a proposed class-action lawsuit against the company.
It is not uncommon for companies to be victims of cyber attacks, but this one is particularly concerning hackers have recently gained access to the profiles of millions of users of the popular genetic testing company 23andMe. This breach of security is particularly concerning because 23andMe stores highly sensitive information about its users, such as their genetic profiles, health information, and personal data.
The company has said that it is investigating the incident and has taken steps to protect its customers’ data. However, many customers are not convinced that the company is taking the security of their data seriously, and some are now involved in a proposed class-action lawsuit against 23andMe. The lawsuit alleges that the company failed to take adequate steps to protect its users’ data and failed to notify customers of the breach in a timely manner.
The lawsuit also alleges that 23andMe has not provided any information about what steps it has taken to protect its customers’ data in the future. As a result, customers are concerned that their sensitive information is still at risk and that their privacy could be violated in the future.
It is unclear how the lawsuit will play out, but this incident serves as a reminder to companies that they must take security seriously and be transparent with their customers about any potential breaches. Customers should also be aware of the risks associated with using genetic testing services and take steps to ensure their data is secure.