Ransomware Strikes Again: New York Blood Center Faces Bloody Mess with Appointment Chaos
The New York Blood Center’s weekend was more suspenseful than a thriller movie, thanks to a ransomware attack. Despite the digital drama, NYBC is still accepting donations, though some appointments have been rescheduled. The incident comes amid a blood emergency, leaving the organization juggling tech troubles and a donation drop.
Hot Take:
Looks like the vampires have gone digital! The New York Blood Center has found itself in a bloody mess after a ransomware attack. It’s like Dracula decided to join the cybercrime world, forcing them to reschedule appointments. Just when they needed a lifeline, they got a byte-line instead!
Key Points:
- NYBC suffered a ransomware attack, leading to rescheduled appointments.
- The incident was detected after suspicious activity on IT systems.
- Blood donations already critical due to a 30% drop in donations.
- No confirmation yet on whether personal and health information was accessed.
- Similar attacks have hit other blood centers, highlighting a trend.
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