Date Reported: 2024-04-20
Country: Hong Kong (HKG)
Victim: 仁安醫院 (Union Hospital) | union.org
Additional Information:
- The network system of Union Hospital was targeted by hackers, resulting in partial disruption of its operations.
- No leakage or misuse of patient data has been detected so far.
- The attack has been identified as a “LockBit” ransomware attack, with the hackers demanding a ransom of 10 million US dollars, which the hospital did not pay.
- Experts suggest that the attack could be due to outdated systems or employees opening phishing emails, highlighting the importance of system updates and security awareness.
Article: https://www.881903.com/news/local/2529350/, 仁安醫院網絡遭黑客攻擊-稱未發現病人資料洩漏
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