Synnovis Details

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    Synnovis

    London, UK • 1400 employees • Health Care and Social Assistance

    Industry

    Health Care and Social Assistance

    Security Incidents

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    Synnovis, formerly known as Viapath, is a leading pathology services provider based in London. It operates in partnership with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and SYNLAB UK & Ireland to deliver comprehensive diagnostic and laboratory services. The organization aims to set the standard for the future of pathology through innovation and collaboration with the NHS, serving over 1.7 million people in South East London

    Security Incidents

    Synnovis Breach of Jun 2024
    Severity Score
    Significant to High

    Type

    Ransomware Attack

    Summary

    On June 3, Synnovis, a medical diagnostics provider, experienced a severe ransomware attack, causing significant disruptions to pathology and testing services in major London hospitals. The cyberattack severed connections between hospital systems and Synnovis servers, leading to critical data access issues. This impacted several NHS trusts, including St Thomas’, King’s College, Guy’s, Royal Brompton, and Evelina London Children's Hospitals, resulting in cancelled procedures, including transplant operations. The attack notably affected blood transfusion services, prompting an urgent appeal for ...
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    Severity

    The ransomware attack on Synnovis severely disrupted pathology and testing services across major London hospitals, leading to the cancellation of critical medical procedures. The breach affected several NHS hospital trusts, including St Thomas' and King's College Hospitals, causing significant operational challenges. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities in healthcare supply chains and underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures.

    Impact

    The ransomware attack on Synnovis impacted multiple NHS hospital trusts in London, including St Thomas' Hospital, King's College Hospital, Guy's Hospital, Royal Brompton Hospital, and Evelina London Children's Hospital. These hospitals faced severe disruptions in pathology and testing services, leading to the cancellation of critical medical procedures like transplant operations. The breach also affected blood transfusions and other essential diagnostic services, highlighting the extensive reach of the cyberattack on healthcare operations.

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