Software widely used by general practitioners has been hacked, resulting in the theft of health data belonging to 15 million French citizens. Attackers exploited a technical vulnerability to access servers and extract information such as identity, contact details, and certain medical documents.
A discreet but massive intrusion
The vulnerability reportedly allowed hackers to operate for several days before being detected. The software publisher claims to have patched the flaw, but the exact extent of the leak remains unclear.
Risks for those affected
The stolen data could be resold or used for extortion attempts. Doctors are denouncing a lack of transparency in the handling of the incident.
Reaction from the authorities
The CNIL (French Data Protection Authority) has been alerted and may investigate whether security obligations were met. The case highlights the vulnerability of digital tools used in private practices, which are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals.
 Frank Verain
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27/02/2026 | 
