Harris confirms that the HSE is being closely monitored in the wake of the recent cyber attack that has hit Europe – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Harris confirms that the HSE is being closely monitored in the wake of the recent cyber attack that has hit Europe




The Minister for Health Simon Harris has confirmed this morning that the cyber security at all Irish Hospitals is being currently monitored following the recent attacks thar have swept across Europe and the US.

Speaking to the Irish Examiner newspaper Mr Harris confirmed that he Director General of the HSE, Tony O’Brien have held discussions on how to handle the ongoing situation.

Mr Harris revealed that extra have been put in place to protect the health service.

The move comes after a number of companies and organisations including Britain’s NHS were submitted to a cyber attack which has demanded a ransom in return for operations being restored.

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