Tenerife Medical Association Investigates Cyberattack and Possible Data Theft

Summary

The Tenerife Medical Association says a cyberattack affected its technology infrastructure. It disconnected its network and is investigating after an automated note claimed related data was encrypted and stolen; no data leak has been detected so far.

Key points

• The Tenerife Medical Association says a cyberattack affected its technology infrastructure on Tuesday, October 13.
• An automated note claimed organization-related data had been encrypted and stolen; the association says it has not detected a data leak or misuse of members’ information.
• The association disconnected its network to stop unauthorized access and prevent malware from spreading.
• Experts are helping determine the incident’s scope and cause, strengthen security, and restore systems.
• The association notified Spain’s data protection agency and INCIBE, and plans to inform law enforcement.
• It advised members to be wary of suspicious messages requesting personal or financial information.