HHS OCR report ยท 2026
Connecticut Department of Social Services data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- Connecticut Department of Social Services
- Entity type
- Health Plan
- State
- Connecticut
- Individuals affected
- 41,000
- Submission date
- Aug 21, 2026
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The covered entity (CE), Connecticut Department of Social Services, reported that it was notified by its business associate (BA) that the BA experienced a breach involving access to its network by an unauthorized threat actor. According to the breach report, the breach affected approximately 41,000 individuals. The protected health information (PHI) involved names, other identifiers, financial information, and treatment information. The CE notified HHS, the media, and the affected individu...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Other reports by Connecticut Department of Social Services
| Covered entity | State | Entity type | Individuals | Submitted | Type of breach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Department of Social Services | CT | Health Plan | 22,500 | May 21, 2026 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
| Connecticut Department of Social Services | CT | Health Plan | 36,915 | Oct 30, 2020 | Hacking/IT Incident | Archive (closed) |
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the Connecticut Department of Social Services data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 41,000 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Aug 21, 2026.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Network Server.
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 Connecticut Department of 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 Connecticut Department of Social Services.