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Attack Disrupts Avis Blood Donation System

November 6, 2024
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Attack Disrupts Avis Blood Donation System

Italy’s Avis San Francesco al Campo is facing a major setback following a cyberattack that has disrupted its blood donation booking system. The IT infrastructure of its Data Processing Center (CED) in Turin was compromised, resulting in the AvisNet application being rendered inaccessible. This breach has impacted the booking lists for the November 17 blood donation drive, putting the scheduled donations at risk. The attack underscores the vulnerability of technological systems that manage critical services, particularly in healthcare.

In response to the breach, Avis has issued an urgent appeal to donors, urging them to manually confirm their appointments for November 17 by calling a dedicated phone number, 335.7827304. This step is crucial to rebuild the list of appointments, as the digital booking system is currently out of order. The organization is working tirelessly to restore the system, but the help of the local community is essential to ensure that the donation process proceeds smoothly and without further disruption.

Blood donations are vital for patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, or emergency care, and the risk of missing donations could lead to dangerous shortages in blood reserves. Every blood donation is a life-saving act, and despite the technical challenges, the call to action remains clear: donors must step up to confirm their appointments. The community’s involvement is necessary not just to support Avis, but to ensure that blood supplies remain available for those in need.

As Avis works to restore its booking system and minimize the impact of the cyberattack, this situation highlights the delicate balance between technology and essential services. It serves as a reminder of the importance of having emergency backup systems in place and being prepared for unforeseen disruptions. The strength of the community is crucial in overcoming such challenges, and with collective effort, Avis hopes to continue its mission of saving lives through blood donations.

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  • Cyberattack Disrupts Italy’s Avis San Francesco al Campo Blood Donation System
Tags: Aviscyber incidentsCyber Incidents 2024Cyber threatsData Processing CenterHealthHealthcareInfrastructureItalyOctober 2024Turin
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