Tue Sep 17 07:02:22 UTC 2024: ## Ransomware Attack on UK Hospitals Exposes Sensitive Data of Nearly a Million Patients
**London, UK** – A major ransomware attack on Synnovis, a pathology partnership serving several London hospitals, has resulted in the exposure of sensitive personal information belonging to nearly a million individuals.
The attack, which occurred in June, saw the Qilin ransomware group publish stolen data on a dark web leak site. CaseMatrix researchers, the only firm to assess the scope of the breach, determined that over 900,000 individuals were affected.
The leaked data includes names, dates of birth, NHS numbers, and contact details, as well as pathology forms containing sensitive medical information.
While Synnovis has obtained a preliminary injunction from the English High Court against the Qilin ransomware group, Telegram, and the leak site, the impact of the breach remains significant.
Synnovis has stated that they are unable to confirm the validity or accuracy of the analysis conducted by CaseMatrix but are working to mitigate the impact of the incident.
**Patient Impact:**
The leak of such sensitive medical information poses a significant risk to patients, potentially leading to identity theft, financial fraud, and reputational damage.
**Call to Action:**
This incident highlights the growing threat of ransomware attacks and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures within the healthcare sector.
Synnovis is urging patients to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
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