NHS cyberattack impacts two London trusts

Two London-based hospital trusts, King’s College and Guy’s and St Thomas’, have been targeted in a cyberattack, possibly involving ransomware. It is thought to be this year’s second most serious NHS cyberattack. Several key services have been impacted, forcing the cancellation or rescheduling of numerous operations, including blood transfusions. Healthcare providers are believed to be common targets for ransomware criminals due to the urgency and potential gains from rapid payment of ransoms.