Hong Kong's Hospital Authority reports data breach affecting over 56,000 patients, prompting investigations by privacy officials and police
Hong Kong's Hospital Authority has reported a substantial data breach impacting more than 56,000 patients, sparking immediate investigations by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data and local law enforcement. The breach involves a significant unauthorized retrieval of sensitive information, including patient names, identity card numbers, genders, dates of birth, hospital visit dates, and medical histories. The breach was reported on Friday, and the privacy watchdog confirmed that it has commenced an investigation into the incident. The leaked information encompasses crucial details that can expose individuals to identity theft and other privacy violations. According to an official spokesperson... [Continue Reading]
