Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
April 7, 2026 – The law firm of Federman & Sherwood is investigating a data security incident involving Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC following a notification filed with the Attorney General of Maine.
According to the notice, Heart South became aware on or about November 11, 2025, that an unauthorized party claimed to possess company data. The organization initiated a forensic investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts to assess the scope and nature of the incident.
Although the investigation reportedly did not uncover evidence of unauthorized access to its network, Heart South identified that a limited amount of data had been posted on the dark web by a bad actor. As a result, the company determined that certain patient information stored on affected systems may have been involved.
The potentially impacted information may include:
- Name
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Other sensitive information
The company stated that it could not confirm with certainty whether specific individuals’ information was accessed.
In response, Heart South has taken steps to address the incident and is offering affected individuals complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll. These services include credit monitoring, fraud consultation, and identity theft restoration.
Federman & Sherwood is investigating whether Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC implemented adequate data security measures to safeguard sensitive information and whether individuals affected by this incident may have legal claims.
What is Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC?
Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC, based in Central Alabama (Clanton, Shelby, Bibb), is a cardiovascular care center specializing in diagnosing, treating, and preventing heart and vascular diseases.
Individuals who received a notification from Heart South Cardiovascular Group, PC or believe their personal information may have been compromised are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to learn more about their legal rights.
Contact Information
Phone: 1-800-237-1277 | Email: info@federmanlaw.com