OraSure Technologies Reports Cybersecurity Incident: Unauthorized Access to Company Data Detected

OraSure Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSUR) has found itself at the center of a cybersecurity incident that has raised concerns about unauthorized access to company data. The breach, which was discovered around March 27, 2024, has prompted the company to take swift action to address the situation.

Upon detecting the breach, OraSure immediately activated its response protocols, launching an investigation with the assistance of cybersecurity experts and external legal counsel. The company also wasted no time in alerting law enforcement authorities to the breach. Despite the breach, OraSure has assured stakeholders that the integrity of its core financial and operational systems remains intact.

While certain files were found to have been removed from the company’s systems, OraSure is still in the process of determining the full extent of sensitive information that may have been compromised, including personal data. The company is also considering the need for regulatory and legal notifications and will proceed with such actions as necessary.

Despite the breach, OraSure has not experienced any significant impact on its operations or financial systems. The company’s information systems are functioning as normal, and there are no anticipated adverse effects on its financial health or operational performance. However, the investigation is ongoing as OraSure strives to fully understand the implications of the incident.

This news is based on a recent statement from an SEC filing by OraSure Technologies. The company continues to closely monitor the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.