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NHS Scotland Confirms Patient’s Data Leak

March 28, 2024
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NHS Scotland Confirms Patient’s Data Leak

NHS Dumfries and Galloway recently disclosed a distressing breach, confirming the leakage of patient clinical data online following a ransomware attack earlier in March. The breach involved a “recognized ransomware group” publishing clinical data relating to a limited number of patients, heightening concerns over data security in healthcare institutions. The cybercriminals accessed a substantial amount of sensitive information, including patient and staff data, prompting fears of identity theft and privacy violations.

Inc Ransom, the ransomware group responsible for the attack, issued a threat to release 3TB of NHS Scotland patient and staff data if their demands were not met, underscoring the severity of the situation. Their threat included a “proof pack” showcasing clinical documents, genetics reports, and confidential doctor-patient correspondence, intensifying the urgency for response and mitigation efforts. Trevor Dearing, from Illumio, highlighted the growing trend of ransomware groups targeting healthcare organizations to extort money and exploit sensitive data for illicit gains.

NHS Dumfries and Galloway, led by Chief Executive Jeff Ace, is actively reaching out to impacted patients while striving to contain further dissemination of leaked information. Despite the alarming breach, the NHS Trust continues to collaborate with law enforcement, cybersecurity agencies, and government bodies to address the evolving situation and mitigate potential fallout. Jeff Ace condemned the criminal act and reassured patients that essential healthcare services remain unaffected, emphasizing the Trust’s commitment to patient privacy and security amidst this challenging ordeal.

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  • NHS Dumfries and Galloway Confirms Ransomware Data Leak

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