Cyber Chaos: NHS Battles Digital Mayhem with Paper Comeback!
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust has downgraded a recent cybersecurity incident, but patient services are still disrupted. Suspicious activity was detected, leading to digital systems going offline, and paper processes making a comeback. The hospital urges visitors to reserve the Emergency Department for genuine emergencies.
Hot Take:
It seems even cybercriminals have a soft spot for healthcare – striking when everyone’s busy saving lives! But hey, who needs digital efficiency when we can channel our inner 90s nostalgia with paper records, right?
Key Points:
- WUTH NHS Trust downgrades a recent cybersecurity incident from major to business continuity status.
- Patient services remain disrupted; main clinical system reinstatement is in progress.
- Suspicious activity led to system isolation to prevent spread; emergency services prioritized.
- Public advised to visit Emergency Department only for genuine emergencies.
- Separate cyberattack impacted three other healthcare organizations, with unlawful data access confirmed.
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