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IT attack on Roth district clinic: security for patients guaranteed!
Roth District Clinic still in analysis after cyber attack; IT systems will soon be restored and patient safety guaranteed.
IT attack on Roth district clinic: security for patients guaranteed!
A cyber attack on the IT systems of the Roth district clinic caused considerable concern in the district at the beginning of January. On January 7, 2026, the clinic's internet connection was disconnected as a precautionary measure due to unexpected network activity. It was possible to prevent the attack with appropriate protective measures during the exploration phase, so that serious damage to the computer systems could be ruled out. According to the initial results, no lasting changes or damage could be detected, which prompted clinic board member Nadine Ortner and district administrator Ben Schwarz to give the cautious all-clear.
The clinic's IT systems have so far remained disconnected from the Internet, which brings with it some restrictions but does not endanger patient care. For example, the emergency room was able to quickly reopen on January 8th, just one day after the temporary closure. The Roth District Office assures that radiological and laboratory findings will continue to be transmitted by fax as long as the connection to the Internet is not restored. The pressure on the clinic is high, after all, it is a part of the critical infrastructure that is often the target of cyber attacks, as BR reports.
Security measures and investigations
After the attack, the clinic involved external IT security experts and the responsible authorities. Investigations by the State Criminal Police Office are already underway, but there are currently no indications of possible perpetrators. Clinic board member Ortner emphasizes that normal operations will only be restored once there is absolute security. Despite the difficulties, the clinic is optimistic as the systems are expected to be back up and running in the coming days.
Cyber attacks on hospitals have increased in recent years, with perpetrators often demanding ransoms and capitalizing on the high pressure placed on hospitals. Smaller facilities are particularly often affected, as IT security often takes a back seat to healthcare. However, there is a determination in Roth to get the systems back online soon, with security experts on site already working on it.
In summary, it can be said that you can take a deep breath in Roth. The situation is under control and the clinic can be reached by telephone until the IT systems are fully operational again. The attack caused a stir, but quick and decisive measures prevented anything worse from happening, as NN states.