French hospital cancels operations after cyberattack

A hospital complex in Versailles, near Paris, had to cancel operations and transfer some patients after being hit by a cyberattack over the weekend, France's health ministry said.

The Hospital Centre of Versailles—which consists of Andre-Mignot Hospital, Richaud Hospital and the Despagne Retirement Home—was affected by the hacking attempt, said the complex's management.

The regional health agency (ARS) said the Andre-Mignot Hospital had cancelled operations, but was doing everything possible to keep walk-in services and consultations running.

Six patients had …

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