The Week in Breach News: January 28, 2026

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IDHS Confirms Data Breach Exposing 700,000 Records The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) confirmed a data breach that exposed sensitive records of approximately 700,000 individuals. The breach has raised concerns about the security of personal information and the potential for identity theft. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full impact and origins of the breach. 1 sources 40