GCHQ investigates attack on royal hospital

A third party gained unauthorised access to confidential medical information from King Edward VII's Hospital

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Edward VII's Hospital. Source: Wikimedia
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Edward VII's Hospital. Source: Wikimedia

GCHQ is reportedly investigating a cyberattack at King Edward VII's Hospital in London which has previously treated Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, among other members of the Royal family.

GCHQ is reportedly investigating a cyberattack at King Edward VII's Hospital in London which has previously treated Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, among other members of the Royal family. ...

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