The breach exposed a raft of sensitive personal information, including medical records and details of 'how to gain entry to the homes of 890 people' - the ICO's initial findings reveal that data belonging to over 82,000 individuals was 'exfiltrated' by cybercriminals.
The cyber-attack on Advanced Computer Software Group not only compromised personal data but also disrupted health services' operations, impeding their ability to deliver necessary patient care and further straining an already stressed healthcare sector.
The hackers managed to infiltrate Advanced's health systems, causing significant disruptions such as forcing GP services to resort to manual note-taking due to essential software being rendered unusable, impacting the processing of medical paperwork.
The ICO strongly asserted that Advanced should have bolstered its security measures and responded promptly, pointing out a critical vulnerability that was exploited by the hackers, emphasizing the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches.
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