FEATURE : CYBERATTACK
was crucial in enhancing its system ’ s security and protecting it from future threats .
THE ATTACK HAD A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE SYSTEMS RESPONSIBLE FOR TRACKING BLOOD FROM DONORS TO PATIENTS .
CrowdStrike , on request from Dimension Data , donated licenses to WCBS for a period of time to assist with containment and recovery . This was followed by a forensic investigation to identify the full extent of the attack .
The forensic investigations meticulously traced the precise details of how the attack unfolded . This valuable information can now be leveraged to prepare for and , hopefully , prevent future attacks .
The cyberattack had a severe impact on WCBS ’ s ability to utilise its technology for ensuring the safe delivery of the appropriate blood product to the intended recipient in a timely manner . By encrypting workstations and disabling servers ,
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