THE NHS acknowledged a data breach involving the transmission of patients' personal information over unencrypted pager devices. An investigation revealed that sensitive medical data for transplant patients, including names, birthdates, and organ details, was routinely sent via this outdated technology. Despite a ban on pager use planned for 2021, about 130,000 pagers remain in active usage within the NHS, representing 10% of the global pager market. The reliance on such outdated technology stems from a lack of investment in NHS tech infrastructure.
NHS admits patient data leaked via unencrypted hospital pagers
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