HHS OCR report · 2017
State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
- Entity type
- Healthcare Provider
- State
- Alaska
- Individuals affected
- 501
- Submission date
- Sep 1, 2017
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Desktop Computer
- Business associate present
- No
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
On September 1, 2017 the covered entity (CE), Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, reported that a Trojan computer virus infected two desktop computers belonging to the CE’s Office of Children’s Services (OCS) in St. Mary’s. The malware incident was caused by an employee who allowed a family member to use the desktop computer to gain access to gaming websites. The CE estimated that the breach may have affected the demographic, clinical, and financial information of more than 50...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services | AK | Health Plan | 501 | Jun 28, 2018 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 501 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Sep 1, 2017.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Desktop Computer.
Is the investigation still open?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services legitimate?
This site cannot verify letters. Check the sender against the organisation's official website and the HHS OCR breach portal, and avoid calling numbers or clicking links only listed in an unexpected message. See our guide on what to do after a data breach notice.
Source: HHS OCR Breach Portal, OCR export October 2026. Network USA is not affiliated with HHS or State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services.