Illinois Department of Human Services data breach affects 700K people

Published on January 9, 2026

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), one of Illinois' largest state agencies, accidentally exposed the personal and health data of nearly 700,000 residents due to incorrect privacy settings. [...]

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