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Nova Biomedical Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Nova Biomedical Corp. data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Nova Biomedical Corp.
Nova Biomedical Corp. is a medical device manufacturer based in Waltham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1976, Nova specializes in advanced blood testing analyzers, point-of-care diagnostics, and cell culture analyzers.
The company employs more than 900 people, with manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts and Taiwan, and distributes its products in over 100 countries.
What Happened?
On July 22, 2025, Nova experienced a cybersecurity attack that disrupted company operations. The company launched an investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement.
Through this investigation, Nova determined that an unauthorized actor accessed its electronic infrastructure and deployed malware. The breach was discovered on Dec. 18, 2025.
The company conducted a thorough review and analysis of the impacted data. The specific types of data exposed have not yet been disclosed to the public; however, it has impacted personally identifiable information.
On Jan. 27, 2026, Nova Biomedical notified affected individuals in writing and posted a notice to its website. The incident was also disclosed to the attorneys general offices of Maine and Vermont.
A total of 10,764 people in the United States were affected, including eight in Maine.
Your Rights and Next Steps
Nova Biomedical is offering 24 months of free Experian IdentityWorks membership, which includes credit monitoring, identity restoration support, and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance. Enrollment is available until April 30, 2026.
Affected individuals should:
- Enroll in the complimentary Experian IdentityWorks service using the instructions and activation code provided by Nova Biomedical
- Monitor credit reports and account statements for unauthorized activity
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files through Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion for added protection
- Report any suspicious activity or suspected identity theft to local law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission
Under federal and state law, individuals have the right to obtain a copy of any police report filed in relation to this incident and may place a security freeze on their credit reports at no charge.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Nova Biomedical data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help those impacted by this incident understand their rights and take action.
Completing the below form is the first step to joining a potential lawsuit and seeking compensation for any harm suffered as a result of this breach.
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