Statement in response to Synnovis cyber attack

Monday 24 Jun 2024 @ 12:20
Information Commissioner's Office

Statement in response to Synnovis cyber attack (21 June 2024).

An ICO spokesperson recently said:

"While we are continuing to make enquiries into this matter, we recognise the sensitivity of some of the information in question and the worry this may have caused.

"We would urge anyone concerned about how their data has been handled to check our website for advice and support, as well as visiting NHS England's website."

Further reading

NHS England public statement – Synnovis cyber incident

Channel website: https://ico.org.uk/

Original article link: https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/media-centre/news-and-blogs/2024/06/statement-in-response-to-synnovis-cyber-attack/

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