Mackay Memorial Hospital in Taipei experienced a serious cyberattack due to ransomware known as 'Crazy Hunter,' resulting in a substantial data breach affecting 16.6 million patients. The attack led to the crashing of over 500 computers and the theft of approximately 32.5 GB of sensitive data. On an online forum, a hacker claimed possession of the stolen data, offering it for sale. The hospital issued a public apology and clarified its data protection model to address the public concerns regarding patient privacy and security following the breach.
Taipei's Mackay Memorial Hospital was hit by a ransomware attack this month, resulting in the breach of personal data of 16.6 million patients.
The hospital confirmed that the cyberattack caused over 500 computers to crash and up to 32.5 GB of sensitive information was stolen.
Following the attack, the hacker claimed to sell the stolen data online, prompting the hospital to issue a public apology and clarify their data protection model.
Mackay Memorial Hospital has adopted a communication model to address the issue and ensure transparency following the breach of patient information.
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