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HiX EHR platform disruption following ransomware incident at ChipSoft

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Dutch Electronic Health Record (EHR) software vendor ChipSoft confirmed a ransomware attack impacting its HiX platform, leading to the offline status of core digital health services including patient and provider portals. The incident forced multiple Dutch hospitals to disconnect from ChipSoft systems as a precautionary measure to prevent further compromise. Healthcare institutions using HiX reported operational disruptions, including four confirmed affected hospitals, while the national healthcare CERT (Z-CERT) engaged in response and recovery efforts. The attack highlights the systemic risk posed by ransomware targeting healthcare IT providers, which act as critical infrastructure supporting numerous care facilities and handling sensitive patient data.

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  1. 09.04.2026 22:46 1 articles · 2h ago

    Ransomware disrupts ChipSoft’s HiX platform, impacting multiple Dutch hospitals

    ChipSoft, a major Dutch healthcare IT vendor, confirmed a ransomware attack that forced the shutdown of its digital health services (Zorgportaal, HiX Mobile, Zorgplatform) and led to confirmed system outages at four hospitals: Sint Jans Gasthuis (Weert), Laurentius (Roermond), VieCuri (Venlo), and Flevo Hospital (Almere). The Netherlands’ healthcare CERT (Z-CERT) is actively engaged with ChipSoft and impacted institutions to assess impact and support recovery efforts. Healthcare providers were advised to disconnect from ChipSoft systems pending remediation.

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  • ChipSoft, a major Dutch healthcare IT solutions provider, took its digital services (Zorgportaal, HiX Mobile, Zorgplatform) offline following a confirmed ransomware attack.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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  • HiX, ChipSoft's flagship Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform, is widely deployed across Dutch hospitals and supports patient and healthcare provider interactions.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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  • Four hospitals—St. Jans Gasthuis (Weert), Laurentius (Roermond), VieCuri (Venlo), and Flevo Hospital (Almere)—reported confirmed system outages linked to the incident.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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  • The Netherlands' healthcare cybersecurity CERT (Z-CERT) confirmed the ransomware incident and is coordinating with ChipSoft and affected institutions to assess impact and facilitate recovery.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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  • ChipSoft advised healthcare providers to disconnect from its systems until cleanup and remediation are completed as a precaution against further compromise.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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  • This incident follows a recent pattern of ransomware targeting healthcare IT vendors, as evidenced by a similar breach disclosed by CareCloud in the prior month.

    First reported: 09.04.2026 22:46
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