Hundreds of cancer patients hit by NHS cyberattack as thousands of appointments cancelled

A cyber-attack on NHS hospitals in London that disrupted pathology services from supplier Synnovis has resulted in cancellations of over 200 life-saving operations, including those for cancer treatment. Russian criminal group Qilin allegedly carried out the ransomware attack. It’s uncertain whether the perpetrators extracted patient data. The event impacts not just London but potentially other areas, as Synnovis also services other hospitals. The extent of disruption on NHS services could last months.