Quebec data breaches rise as province rolls out digital health records
Quebec data breaches are surging as health records move online See why experts warn the new system could raise privacy and security risks
Quebec is seeing a sharp increase in reported data breaches, according to the province’s Access to Information Commission. The report says incidents have risen 559% over the past three years.
The story focuses on concerns about Quebec’s new digital health records system as more medical information moves online. Cybersecurity researchers say health data is especially valuable to criminals because it can be sold for high prices compared with other personal information.
The report raises questions about privacy and security as the province expands digital access to medical records. It highlights the challenge of protecting sensitive health information while making it easier to use within the health system.