Cyberattacks on Pharmacy, Brewer & UK Nursery
Description
In this episode of the Don’t Be A Sitting Duck Podcast, Leigh Kefford unpacks three alarming cyber incidents that reveal just how far attackers are willing to go:
- Toowoomba Pharmacy Ransomware Attack – The Friendly Society Dispensary hit by the DragonForce group, with nearly 36GB of sensitive staff and patient data stolen.
- Asahi Group Cyberattack in Japan – A global beverage giant forced to halt factory operations when IT systems collapsed, disrupting orders, shipping, and production.
- UK Nursery Chain Hack – Kido nurseries breached by hackers claiming to hold data on more than 8,000 children, including names, photos, and safeguarding reports.
These cases show a disturbing reality: no industry is off-limits, and cybercriminals are increasingly targeting healthcare, manufacturing, and even childcare. Leigh explains how the attacks unfolded, why they matter, and—most importantly—what actions your business can take to avoid becoming the next headline.
This podcast was produced by National PC, delivering expert cyber security services in Townsville and Cairns through our Empower Managed IT solutions—secure, reliable, and built for North Queensland businesses.
View Shownotes and full transcript here: https://sittingduck.com.au/podcast/cyberattacks-pharmacy-brewer-uk-nursery/
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