Hackers Hit Cold Rooms Storing Blood in France
France's national blood service, the French Blood Establishment (EFS), said hackers affected the cold rooms that store blood. The report says theories are circulating about who was behind the attack. The incident raises questions about how well medical supplies are protected from digital attacks.
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Context: EFS collects and stores blood for hospitals across France, so any disruption to its storage can affect patient care. Cyberattacks on hospitals and health services have become a growing concern worldwide in recent years.
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