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Montana Files Class Action Against Blue Cross for Data Breach

10/25/2025

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A class action lawsuit has been filed against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) for failing to protect data in a breach.
The suit cites negligence, invasion of privacy, and Montana Consumer Protection Act violations.
The breach involved third-party Conduent and affected approximately 462,000 Montanans.
The court will decide whether BCBSMT had a duty to implement adequate cybersecurity measures and whether it acted negligently.

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Story summary

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) for failing to protect data in a breach.
The suit cites negligence, invasion of privacy, and Montana Consumer Protection Act violations.
The breach involved third-party Conduent and affected approximately 462,000 Montanans.
The court will decide whether BCBSMT had a duty to implement adequate cybersecurity measures and whether it acted negligently.