Hackers steal personal data of millions in Anthem cyber attack

Danny Palmer
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Cyber criminals make off with personal details of up to 80 million customers of US healthcare insurer

Hackers have stolen personal details of up to 80 million people from US health insurer Anthem in what could be the biggest cyber security breach to befall a healthcare provider. Anthem is the se...

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