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23andMe Faces $30 Million Settlement Over Data Breach Affecting 7 Million Users

23andMe Faces $30 Million Settlement Over Data Breach Affecting 7 Million Users

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

In October 2023, hackers accessed the personal data of approximately 7 million 23andMe users, including names, addresses, and genetic information, which was subsequently listed for sale on the dark web. A class-action lawsuit was filed against 23andMe, alleging negligence and breach of duty regarding user data protection. A $30 million settlement has been proposed, with a deadline approaching for affected users to file claims.

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