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Medical Center Hit by Ransomware; Patient Data at Risk

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A major medical center was targeted in a cyberattack, resulting in the exposure of sensitive patient information from email communications. While the hospital's core medical record system remained secure, the attackers managed to access and leak some confidential data. A cybercrime organization has claimed responsibility, alleging the theft of terabytes of data and demanding a substantial ransom to prevent its public release. Hospital officials have assured the public that clinical operations were not affected and patient care continued without interruption. This incident highlights a concerning trend of cyberattacks targeting vulnerable healthcare infrastructure.

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