California Attorney General sues 23andMe successor for 2023 data breach

California's Attorney General just filed a lawsuit against the company that took over 23andMe, accusing them of lying about how severe their 2023 data breach actually was. This isn't just about a password leak, this was genetic information getting exposed.

The breach happened back in 2023, but AG Rob Bonta alleges the company wasn't straight with users about the scale of the problem. When you're dealing with DNA data, that's not the kind of thing you can just change like a credit card number.

This matters because genetic testing companies hold some of the most sensitive data that exists. Your DNA reveals health risks, ancestry, and biological relationships that can't be undone once they're out there.

The lawsuit targets 23andMe's successor company, which took over after the original firm ran into financial trouble. It's a reminder that when these companies change hands or go under, your data doesn't just disappear, it becomes someone else's problem to protect.

For anyone who's used consumer genetic testing, this is worth watching. The outcome could set precedents for how these companies handle breaches and what they're required to disclose when things go wrong.