'Major incident' declared as police investigate NSW Health cyber breach
Police are investigating a major cyber security breach at NSW Health, but officials have reassured the public that patient data has not been compromised.
A major cyber security breach has been reported at NSW Health, though officials have assured the public that patient data remains secure. The State Crime Command's Cybercrime Squad was notified about the suspected incident on Friday around 1pm. Cyber Security NSW, which oversees the state's response to significant cyber issues, clarified that the breach impacted a single isolated server.
The authorities have declared the incident a major one. No patient data has been affected or is currently at risk due to this limited cyber breach. NSW Health has directed all media inquiries to NSW Police. In a statement, NSW Police revealed that the cybercrime squad detectives are leading the investigation under Strike Force Civic, collaborating closely with NSW Health and Cyber Security NSW.
Transport Minister John Graham highlighted the incident as a stark reminder of the growing importance of cyber security, acknowledging that it has become an increasingly challenging issue for individuals, private companies, and government entities alike.
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