Scots NHS patients’ medical files on dark web after hackers leak stolen data

A hacking group known as INC Ransom has stolen 3 TB of patient data from NHS Dumfries and Galloway, approximately equivalent to 43 million emails. They are demanding cash to prevent the release of detailed medical histories and other sensitive personal information. The Information Commissioner’s Office and Police Scotland are investigating. Warnings have been issued that organizations holding such confidential data are at risk and it is feared there may be a surge in fraud against those affected.