NHS Cyber Attack: Paperwork Resurgence Sparks Digital Downtime Drama!

In a modern twist on retro, a North West England NHS group has temporarily traded its high-tech systems for pen-and-paper operations due to a cybersecurity incident. While the trust remains tight-lipped, the sudden offline status hints at a ransomware incident. Emergency services continue, but prepare for longer-than-usual waits.

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Hot Take:

Ah, the sweet nostalgia of pen and paper! Who knew that a cybersecurity incident could transport us back to an era where paper jams were the only tech crisis we had to worry about? The NHS trust in North West England is taking us on a retro journey as they fend off suspicious digital activity. Grab your quills, folks; it’s time to queue for a diagnosis!

Key Points:

  • Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is dealing with a cybersecurity incident.
  • Systems were isolated as a precaution, leading to offline IT systems.
  • Pen-and-paper operations have been implemented in affected areas.
  • Some appointments and procedures have been postponed.
  • Emergency services are prioritized, but expect longer waiting times.

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