California Cryobank LLC data breach

Clerk's notes

California Cryobank LLC, a prominent provider of reproductive tissue and fertility services, has officially reported an unspecified data breach to the Maryland Attorney General's office on March 14, 2025. While the specific nature of the cyber event remains undisclosed, the case is currently under monitoring by state authorities.

This incident reportedly involved the exposure of a wide range of deeply personal and health-related information. The compromised data categories include Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Genetic and Genomic Testing Information, Fertility Treatment and Donor History, Health Insurance Information, Financial Account and Payment Details, and Contact and Mailing Address.

The exposure of such intimate details, particularly genetic, genomic, and fertility treatment information, poses unique and lasting risks beyond typical financial fraud or identity theft. Unlike many other data types, this sensitive health information cannot be easily altered or reset, potentially leaving individuals vulnerable to permanent privacy concerns and targeted exploitation.

As an organization handling protected health information and sensitive consumer data, California Cryobank LLC is subject to legal obligations to implement robust security measures. The occurrence of this data breach suggests potential failures in these safeguards, which are designed to protect confidential client and donor files from unauthorized access.

If you received a data breach notification letter from California Cryobank LLC, it serves as an official acknowledgment that your private information was compromised. Understanding your legal options for a free case review can help you assess the impact of this incident and determine potential next steps.

If a notification letter about this breach reached you, see every Maryland data breach on file or browse all cases.