Avantic Medical Lab Data Breach Impacts Sensitive Info

Avantic Medical Lab, a privately owned clinical laboratory based in Edison, New Jersey, has experienced a data breach. The cybersecurity incident was discovered on the dark web on July 3, 2025 and is reportedly a ransomware attack facilitated by the group Everest.

The attackers may have gained access to both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) stored by Avantic. Compromised patient information could include names, dates of birth, addresses, phone numbers, Social Security numbers, medical records, health insurance details, diagnostic test results and payment information.

This combination of PII and PHI increases the risk of identity theft and medical fraud for those affected. The number of impacted individuals has not been disclosed.

Avantic Medical Lab's response

Avantic is required to issue legally required federal and state data breach disclosures. The company will work to identify and notify affected individuals with the data breach details.

If you believe your personal and protected health information may have been compromised in this breach:

• Carefully review any notice or communication you receive from Avantic Medical Lab.
• Monitor financial accounts and credit reports for signs of identity theft.
• Consider placing fraud alerts or credit freezes with the major credit bureaus.
• Be cautious of unsolicited emails or phone calls requesting personal information.

For additional details about the company’s services, visit the Avantic Medical Lab homepage.