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

NHS Dumfries and Galloway’s data was stolen by a hacking group known as INC Ransom, with the UK’s NHS patients’ private medical records now at risk of being published online. The stolen data, amounting to 3TB equalling about 43 million emails, also includes unique numeric identifier CHI numbers, home addresses and personal email addresses. A wave of fraud against those with information compromised is feared, as records could be sold online. The NHS could face legal suits from those affected, with Labour deputy leader Jackie Baillie calling for an explanation and prevention measures.