# VA Addresses Baylor Genetics Cybersecurity Breach

In June 2026, Baylor Genetics experienced a cybersecurity breach that exposed sensitive personal and medical information of over 30,000 veterans. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) identified deficiencies in Baylor Genetics' breach notification process and has since collaborated with the company to enhance communication protocols and implement improved security measures, including credit monitoring services for affected veterans. Baylor Genetics confirmed that the breach did not impact their ability to provide genetic testing services.

- **Why this matters:** Federal contractors handling veterans' health data must prioritize robust cybersecurity and timely breach notification to comply with VA requirements and protect sensitive information.
- Procurement professionals should evaluate vendor cybersecurity practices rigorously, especially for contracts involving personal health information.
- Organizations providing genetic testing or similar services to the VA may face increased scrutiny and requirements for incident response and data protection.
- This incident underscores the importance of integrating cybersecurity risk management into contract performance and vendor oversight.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Healthcare
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

### Vendors
- Baylor Genetics (genetic testing laboratory)

### Key Quotes
> There was no impact on our ability to provide genetic testing services.
> — Jason Maloni, Public Relations Representative, Baylor Genetics

### Sources
- [30,000-plus veterans affected by Baylor Genetics’ cybersecurity breach | FedScoop](https://fedscoop.com/veterans-affairs-email-baylor-genetics-cybersecurity-breach) - FedScoop