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️ Cyberattack in Delhi’s Healthcare System
- On June 11, 2025, Sant Parmanand Hospital and NKS Super Speciality Hospital in North Delhi were targeted in a coordinated cyberattack.
- The attack compromised sensitive patient and operational data, causing disruptions in the hospitals' digital systems.
- IT administrators noticed unusual behavior in the network systems, including server unresponsiveness and frozen patient records.
- Delhi Police registered an FIR under Section 66 of the IT Act to address the cybercrime, collaborating with digital forensic experts to trace attackers.
- The incident highlights the vulnerability of India's critical infrastructure to cyber threats.
- Medical records are highly valuable on the dark web due to containing personal details, making them targets for identity theft and fraud.
- Cyberattacks on healthcare facilities pose risks beyond digital files, potentially leading to treatment errors and delays.
- Globally, hospitals are prime targets for cyberattacks, with the U.S. witnessing numerous incidents in 2023.
- As India undergoes digital transformation, sectors like healthcare are increasingly susceptible to cyber threats.
- The incident serves as a test of national readiness, underlining the importance of cybersecurity in public health.
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