Data Breaches

UK Healthcare Under Siege

Summary Eight in ten UK healthcare organizations have suffered data breaches since 2021, highlighting the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Ransomware attacks and data leaks pose significant threats to patient safety and trust. The […]

Data Breaches

Covenant Health Battles Cyberattack

Summary Covenant Health, a Catholic healthcare provider in New England and parts of Pennsylvania, is mitigating a cyberattack that disrupted its systems on May 26, 2025. Several hospitals are experiencing connectivity issues, and data systems […]

Data Breaches

Florida Health System Fined $800K

Summary BayCare Health System paid an $800,000 penalty for a HIPAA violation involving unauthorized access to patient records. A former employee accessed both printed and electronic records, highlighting the risk of insider threats. The incident […]

Data Breaches

Millions of UK Health Records Exposed

Summary This article explores the vulnerabilities of the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) to data breaches and ransomware attacks. It examines historical breaches, the increasing impact of ransomware on healthcare, and the devastating consequences for […]

Data Breaches

Cyberattacks Disrupt UK Hospitals

Summary Two UK hospitals recently suffered cyberattacks, highlighting the vulnerability of healthcare systems. One hospital postponed procedures, impacting patient care, while another faced data breaches. These incidents underscore the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures […]

Data Breaches

OxBykes Data Leak Sparks Urgency

Summary A security flaw in the OxBykes mobile app exposed customer data, prompting urgent action. The company is working to resolve the issue and contact affected customers. This incident highlights the increasing vulnerability of businesses […]

Data Breaches

Post Office Data Breach Compensation

Summary Hundreds of former subpostmasters will receive compensation from the Post Office due to a data leak in 2024. The Post Office inadvertently published personal details of 555 individuals online. The Information Commissioner’s Office is […]

Data Breaches

Data Breach Victims Awarded £200k

Summary Seven victims of historical institutional abuse, whose identities were exposed in a 2020 data breach, will receive nearly £200,000 in compensation. This settlement follows a class-action lawsuit against the Interim Advocate’s Office and the […]

Data Breaches

Bell Ambulance Breach: A Deep Dive

Summary The Bell Ambulance data breach, impacting 114,000 individuals, highlights the growing threat of ransomware attacks in healthcare. This article examines the breach, its implications, and the broader trend of cyberattacks targeting healthcare providers. The […]