NHS hospitals hit by ransomware attack

VUBot · May 12, 2017

Hospitals and doctors' surgeries across the UK have been hit by what is being described as a large scale ransomware attack. The attack is belived to have begun at around 1:30 pm today. Areas affected include East and North Hertfordshire, North Cumbria, Blackpool, and Barts Health in London. Computers in some hospitals and other centers have been taken offline as a precaution. Patients are being advised to avoid attending A&E departments and GP surgeries 'unless absolutely necessary' and should instead call the 111 telephone service for triage and medical advice or 999 in emergencies. Existing patient appointments are being honored… [Continue Reading]

NHS hospitals hit by ransomware attack

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