Synnovis notifies of data breach after 2024 ransomware attack

Synnovis suffered a June 3, 2024 ransomware attack that disrupted pathology operations across multiple London NHS hospitals and led to the theft and partial public release of patient data (including NHS numbers, names, dates of birth and some test results). The incident is linked to the Qilin ransomware operation; Synnovis did not pay a ransom, has engaged forensic teams, obtained legal injunctions, and is notifying affected organisations so they can assess patient impact.