Ransomware attack on Health Sciences Centre affects doors, ventilation and air conditioning | CBC News

Ransomware attack on Health Sciences Centre affects doors, ventilation and air conditioning | CBC News
A ransomware incident at Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Centre disrupted door access and facility maintenance systems, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, but did not affect patient care or clinical operations. Shared Health has launched an investigation, notified the provincial government, and is working with experts while increasing security at hospital entrances. #HealthSciencesCentre #SharedHealth #Manitoba

Keypoints

  • Ransomware affected certain facility maintenance systems at Health Sciences Centre.
  • Door access and HVAC systems were disrupted at Manitoba’s largest hospital.
  • Patient care and clinical services continued without interruption.
  • Shared Health launched an investigation and notified the provincial government.
  • Security was increased at hospital entrances due to concerns about unsecured doors.

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