#healthcare-sector

#healthcare-sector

ICO provisionally fined NHS software provider 6m over data breach affecting 80,000+ people, emphasizing need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

MediSecure, an Australian electronic prescriptions provider, suffered a cyber attack exposing 12.9 million individuals' personal and health information including prescriptions until November 2023.

A gang of cyber criminals disrupted London hospitals by publishing sensitive data stolen from an NHS blood testing company, after the firm refused to pay a ransom.

Cyber attacks pose a significant risk to finance, healthcare, and IT sectors, with numerous security vulnerabilities identified.

The Qilin ransomware gang followed through with releasing Synnovis' data after communication breakdown, impacting London hospitals and surgeries significantly.

LockBit 3.0 is the most active ransomware group, primarily targeting healthcare sectors using customizable and sophisticated tactics.

The number of overseas workers and students applying to come to the UK has significantly decreased due to visa restrictions, impacting various sectors such as healthcare, education, and skilled workers.

The number of overseas workers, students, and families applying for UK visas dropped by a third due to rule changes. This impacts recruitment, health, social care, and the educational sector.