Cyberattack on Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago
Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago is recovering from a cyberattack that limited access to medical records, with doctors and nurses now able to access electronic records again after a month. The FBI is investigating the incident, which is suspected to be a ransomware attack.
Key Points
- Ransomware attack suspected at Lurie Children's Hospital
- FBI investigating the incident
- Hospitals are vulnerable targets for cyberattacks due to reliance on online technology
Pros
- Doctors and nurses can now access patients' electronic medical records again after a month.
Cons
- A portal for patients and parents to access medical records and send messages remains offline.