Waikato DHB's IT centre is the target of a major cyber security attack. Video / Waikato DHBWaikato DHB's IT centre is the target of a major cyber security attack. Video / Waikato DHBBen Leahy is a reporter for the New Zealand HeraldHackers claiming to be behind a cyber attack that led to surgeries being postponed at Waikato public hospitals this week have made contact with health officials. As well as bringing in outside cyber security experts, the National Cyber Security Centre was also guiding his team in how to deal with those claiming to be the hackers, Snee said. Health officials also confirmed Tuesday's attack didn't appear to be linked to a major ransomware assault on Ireland's health network recently.

Source: New Zealand Herald May 19, 2021 07:18 UTC