August 7, 2024 at 11:12AM The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office has announced its intent to fine the Advanced Computer Software Group £6.09 million due to a ransomware attack on the National Health Service. Personal data of 82,946 patients was compromised, causing disruption to the 111 call service. The attack was linked to inadequate security measures, … Read more
July 5, 2024 at 01:03PM The aftermath of Qilin’s ransomware attack on Synnovis caused widespread disruptions in medical procedures across London hospitals. One of the most affected individuals was Johanna Groothuizen, who had to undergo a last-minute change in her surgery, ultimately resulting in a simple mastectomy instead of the planned skin-sparing mastectomy. The cyberattack’s … Read more
June 23, 2024 at 09:21PM The Russian group Qilin’s ransomware attack on London hospitals has caused ongoing cancellations of operations and appointments, impacting patient services. It is reported that patient data including names, dates of birth, and test descriptions have been published online. This attack also compromised records covering 300 million patient interactions. The National … Read more
June 21, 2024 at 07:20AM The Qilin ransomware gang released 400GB of data from pathology services provider Synnovis following a cyberattack, affecting London hospitals and causing over 1,100 surgeries and 2,100 appointments to be postponed. Despite impacting patients, Qilin showed no remorse, stating the attack was intentional and a “struggle.” NHS continues to work on … Read more
June 20, 2024 at 06:35AM The ransomware gang responsible for the London hospitals attack has expressed no remorse and claimed the attack was deliberate and politically motivated. Experts have questioned the political explanation, suggesting the gang is financially motivated. The gang has demanded a $50 million ransom and claimed to have gained access using a … Read more
June 14, 2024 at 02:11PM Multiple London hospitals impacted by Synnovis ransomware attack forced to cancel hundreds of operations and appointments. Synnovis, formerly known as Viapath, was established in 2009 and rebranded in October 2022. NHS services disrupted as Synnovis systems were locked out in June 3 attack. Ongoing effects expected for months, with potential … Read more
June 11, 2024 at 03:48PM A cyberattack has disrupted UK pathology lab services, causing delays in critical functions in London hospitals. Dr. Gail Miflin has called for public blood donations to support surgeries. Synnovis, operated in partnership with NHS trusts and SYNLAB, is working with authorities to resolve the issue. The company expressed regret for … Read more
June 6, 2024 at 09:40AM A Russian cyber gang, possibly Qilin, launched a ransomware attack on London hospitals, disabling operations and causing cancellations. The affected hospitals included those managed by the National Health Service, with serious disruptions to healthcare services. The incident was reported to police as ransomware attacks continue to affect various sectors, difficult … Read more
June 4, 2024 at 12:07PM A cyberattack on Synnovis has significantly disrupted healthcare services at multiple major NHS hospitals in London, impacting pathology and diagnostic services. The attack, potentially a ransomware incident, has led to the cancellation and redirection of procedures, affecting urgent and emergency care. Access to pathology results may take weeks to restore. … Read more
June 4, 2024 at 11:47AM London hospitals are grappling with disrupted pathology services due to a ransomware attack on a service partner, impacting facilities at NHS trusts and primary care services in southeast London. The incident has been declared a “critical incident,” affecting blood transfusions and elective surgeries. Officials are working to understand the full … Read more