Data Breaches

Summary This article discusses the vulnerability of healthcare data in the UK, focusing on a 2011-2012 breach affecting 1.8 million records and the broader implications for patient trust and the healthcare system. It also examines […]

Summary Cyberattacks are increasingly targeting the UK healthcare sector, disrupting services and compromising patient data. The reliance on legacy systems and the valuable data held by healthcare organizations make them prime targets. Robust cybersecurity measures […]

Summary Healthcare data breaches are increasing, causing operational disruptions and jeopardizing patient safety. Hospitals are prime targets due to their reliance on interconnected systems and sensitive data. Implementing robust cybersecurity measures and staff training is […]

Summary Millions impacted by hospital data breaches and ransomware attacks. Cybersecurity threats are increasing, necessitating robust security measures. Hospitals must prioritize patient data protection in the evolving digital landscape. Safeguard patient information with TrueNASs self-healing […]

Summary This article provides five best practices for healthcare organizations to respond to and report data breaches. These best practices offer actionable steps to contain, assess, and remediate breaches, emphasizing prompt action and compliance with […]

Summary Deloitte pays $5 million to Rhode Island to offset costs from the RIBridges data breach. The breach affected numerous state programs, impacting a significant number of Rhode Islanders. Deloitte also covers credit monitoring and […]

Summary Bausch + Lomb initiated a voluntary recall of its enVista intraocular lenses (IOLs) due to an increased risk of Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS). While all reported TASS cases responded positively to treatment, the […]

Summary This article provides a comprehensive guide for UK hospitals to develop a robust data breach incident response plan. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, swift action, and compliance with UK data protection regulations. The […]

Summary This article delves into the significant data breaches suffered by the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, examining the incidents, their impact, and the lessons learned. We explore the 2010 breach involving physical break-in […]

Summary Fortinet, a cybersecurity giant, confirmed a data breach impacting less than 0.3% of its customers. A threat actor accessed files stored on a third-party cloud drive. Fortinet contained the incident and is working with […]