London hospitals data leaked by hackers, sensitive information exposed online. | Cyber Security Peek

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June 21, 2024

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TLDR: Hackers Published Sensitive Data Stolen From London Hospitals

A cyber-attack on London hospitals resulted in the publication of sensitive data stolen from Synnovis, a National Health Service (NHS) pathology provider.
The Russian-speaking hacker group Qilin is responsible for the attack, releasing over 380GB of data, including patient information and financial records.

A cyber-attack on London hospitals led to the publication of sensitive data stolen from Synnovis, an NHS provider. The hacker group Qilin demanded a $50 million ransom after encrypting files. The attack impacted blood transfusion and testing capabilities, causing the postponement of over 1,000 operations and 2,000 appointments. The leaked data includes patient information and financial records, prompting an investigation by law enforcement agencies. The incident highlights the need for robust cybersecurity measures in healthcare.

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