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BBC News
12-06-2025
- Health
- BBC News
NHS Highland says IT fault not a cyber-attack
NHS Highland has stood down a "critical incident" it had declared earlier due to a fault affecting IT systems across all its hospitals and health board said all its systems were now stable and operating as normal, adding that the problem was not caused by a Highland said declaring a critical incident had allowed it to better co-ordinate its response, and also call in additional support if sites include Raigmore Hospital and National Treatment Centre - Highland in Inverness, and Lorn and Isles Hospital in Oban in Argyll. The health board said: "We would like to thank our staff, patients and partners for their understanding and support during the incident."We can confirm this was not a cyber attack, and that no patient records were compromised."A full post-incident review will be carried out to ensure we capture learning and continue to strengthen our resilience."NHS Highland said patients should continue to attend their appointments as planned.
BBC News
12-06-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Fault disrupts IT systems at NHS Highland hospitals
NHS Highland says it has declared a "critical incident" due to a fault affecting IT systems across all its hospitals and health board's sites include Raigmore Hospital and National Treatment Centre - Highland in Inverness, and Lorn and Isles Hospital in Oban in Highland said declaring a critical incident allowed it to better coordinate its response, and also call in additional support if said patients should continue to attend appointments as planned unless contacted directly by their care team. The health board said: "While we are working hard with national partners and technical experts to resolve the issue, some services may run a little differently or more slowly than usual. "Our teams are adapting well, and doing everything they can to minimise disruption."We would like to thank our staff, patients and the wider public for their understanding and support while this is resolved."
The Independent
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Whole Foods food distributor hit by cyberattack - and it might leave grocery shelves empty
United Natural Foods Inc., the primary food distributor for Whole Foods, was hit with a cyberattack that may leave some grocery store shelves empty. The food company said Monday it became aware of 'unauthorized activity' on some of its IT systems, prompting the supplier to take some services offline. With the systems down – and no immediate time for them to be back up and running – stock on Whole Foods' shelves may soon be sparse. The computer system was used to connect customers - such as Whole Foods - to the supplier and get deliveries of goods. A Whole Foods spokesperson told The Independent that they are 'working to restock our shelves as quickly as possible and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused for customers.' In an SEC filing, the food company said it noticed the unusual activity last week and immediately implemented containment measures. The company said it notified law enforcement and is currently investigating the incident. 'We are assessing the unauthorized activity and working to restore our systems to safely bring them back online,' the company said in a statement. 'As we work through this issue, our customers, suppliers, and associates are our highest priority. We are working closely with them to minimize disruption as much as possible.' Last year, the food company and Whole Foods signed an eight-year extension of their deal to be the supermarket's primary distributor, according to Axios. Issues with deliveries from the supplier were detailed in a Reddit post. 'We got our Saturday truck at 2 a.m. Sunday morning, with no way to scan it in to the store receiving tool and none of the typical UNFI paperwork. They are saying no cycle counts or orders until further notice. This seems bad, to say the least,' the poster wrote. Someone claiming to be a food company employee commented that they 'literally cannot do anything network related.' 'At a complete standstill. This is catastrophic to the business. This is a company-wide issue that affects business at all levels. This is really some crazy s***,' the employee wrote. Another person claiming to work for United Natural Foods Inc. said work has been canceled the last two days. 'Apparently our whole system is down right now. We haven't been told everything, just that we can't come into work,' they wrote.
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Logitech Is Born To Be Wired With New Signature Slim Wired Combo Keyboard And Mouse
With more people returning to the workplace for at least part of the week, some companies are looking to refresh their IT systems. Instead of replacing entire computers that haven't been used a great deal, some companies are investing in new mice, keyboards and screens to give things a facelift. Logitech has announced the launch of its Signature Slim Wired MK620 and MK625 Combo for Business. Consisting of a revamped keyboard and mouse package, the Combo is designed for companies and industries that prefer to use wired peripherals for reasons of reliability and physical security in shared workspaces. The keyboard and mouse combo can easily switch between Windows PCs, macOS and ChromeOS devices, making the setup suitable for people working in shared spaces with desktop computers or where people bring their laptop but need an external screen, keyboard and mouse. Launching a wired mouse and keyboard may seem a little counterintuitive in this age of wireless peripherals, but there is plenty of logic behind Logitech's position. Indeed, many workplaces have compelling reasons not to use wireless devices and don't want to cut the cord. For example, on financial trading floors, the physical security of devices is vital and the keyboard must be instantly responsive. In medical settings, something like a flat battery in a wireless keyboard or mouse can hinder the input of test results, especially in critical situations. Meanwhile, in schools, colleges and shared workspaces, wired keyboards tend to be stolen far less often. 'Workers in these industries deserve the same modern experience typically seen in wireless tech,' says Henry Levak, VP of Product, Logitech for Business. 'Signature Slim Wired Combo MK620 rewrites the old-school perception of wired devices. It's the end of wired as we know it; time to introduce upgraded performance and customization in a wired model designed for the critical needs of government, banking, healthcare, and shared public spaces.' This latest addition to Logitech's Signature Slim family includes the Signature Slim Wired MK620 for Business keyboard that offers a similar feel to a laptop-style keyboard that many people are used to using. The keyboard has a dedicated AI Launch Key with instant access to Microsoft's Copilot for Windows or Gemini for ChromeOS. The keyboard can also be customized to launch other AI tools such as ChatGPT and Perplexity. For users of meeting software like Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and Zoom, the new keyboard has shortcuts that can be configured using the Logi Tune software for creating handy actions like muting a microphone, turning off a webcam or sharing a screen with a single keystroke. The new keyboard comes with the Signature Wired M520 or M520 L for Business mouse. The ambidextrous rodent can be used by left-handed and right-handed people, plus it has an adjustable cursor speed. With a flick of the mouse's SmartWheel, users can activate super-fast scrolling that can race through lengthy web pages or large spreadsheets. Alternatively, users can scroll documents line-by-line with Silent Touch technology that reduces 90% of the mouse's clicking noises. While employees might not appreciate coming back to the office, finding a brand-new and up-to-date keyboard and mouse could ease the pain a little. Logitech thinks IT teams will also appreciate how easy it is to deploy en masse. The Signature Slim Wired Combo MK620 has a switch for IT and employees to easily toggle between Windows, MacOS, and ChromeOS. IT departments can plug the keyboard and mouse into USB-C ports and then choose the operating system they want and deploy multiple devices across the company. The status of the mouse and keyboard can be checked with Logitech's Sync portal and tap into global support when needed. Because wired devices don't require any batteries or recharging, less maintenance is required. This makes connectivity more reliable and there's also less risk of the devices being stolen. The upshot is fewer support calls and help desk tickets. As a company originating in Switzerland, Logitech is hot on sustainability and the Signature Slim Wired Combo MK620 is no exception. Both devices are made with plastic parts containing a minimum of 66% post-consumer recycled material and they are shipped in paper packaging from FSC-certified forests and other controlled sources. The keyboard plate is made with low-carbon aluminum and the MK620 combo improves power efficiency by consuming 49% less energy on the keyboard and 50% less on the mouse than its predecessor, the MK120 wired combo. The Logitech Signature Slim Wired Combo MK620 & MK625 for Business will be available globally from June 27 and priced at $69.99. The K620 keyboard is available separately for $49.99, while the M520 and M520 L mice sell for $24.99. All products are available from and through authorized resellers.
CNA
03-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
Victoria's Secret says cyber incident led to temporary website shut down
Victoria's Secret on Tuesday disclosed that it detected a security incident relating to information technology systems, which led to the lingerie maker temporarily shutting down its website for roughly three days. The company said it temporarily shut down its corporate systems and e-commerce website on May 26 and immediately enacted response protocols to attempt to contain and eradicate unauthorized network access. The website was restored on May 29. The clothing brand said the incident did not impact its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025.
