Hospital in Cannes experiences computer blackout: technical incident or cyberattack?

Date Reported: 2024-04-16
Country: France (FRA)
Victim: Hôpital Simone Veil | Simone Veil Hospital | ch-cannes.fr
Additional Information:

  • The Simone Veil Hospital in Cannes experienced a computer blackout since Tuesday, April 16, resulting in the cancellation of surgeries and appointments. It is suspected to be a cyberattack, although the hospital officially mentions an ongoing “technical incident.”
  • A crisis unit has been activated in collaboration with various regional organizations to manage the situation.
  • As a consequence, all non-urgent activities and consultations are postponed until the computer system is restored.

Article: https://www.varmatin.com/sante/l-hopital-de-cannes-est-il-victime-d-une-cyber-attaque-915838
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