Ransomware Attack on Arkansas Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Exposes Patient Data

A data breach at Arkansas Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AMOS) occurred on April 7, 2026, involving a ransomware attack by the hacker group PEAR. The incident, disclosed to the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, has resulted in 2.1 terabytes of sensitive data being posted on the dark web. Affected data may include patient social security numbers, financial records, personal health information, addresses, and emails. Poynter Law Group is investigating the breach and is seeking information from affected patients. Individuals who were patients at AMOS are advised to reach out for a free consultation regarding potential identity theft risks. The breach highlights the serious implications of ransomware incidents for healthcare providers and their patients.

Key Points: • Ransomware attack by hacker group PEAR on Arkansas Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. • 2.1 terabytes of sensitive patient data, including social security numbers, exposed. • Poynter Law Group is investigating and seeking information from affected patients.