ConnectWise’s ScreenConnect app has two flaws that were linked to the cyberattack on UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare, causing pharmacy slowdowns. This was exploited by a LockBit malware, but it’s unclear if the LockBit gang was responsible. Optum, the parent company of Change Healthcare, inherited the vulnerability upon acquisition, highlighting the importance of cybersecurity audits in M&A. This exploitation exposes tens of millions of patient records to potential threats, with subsequent disruptions still affecting operations nationwide.
UK’s Legal Aid Agency Experiences Cyberattack
A UK Ministry of Justice executive agency was targeted in a cyberattack, compromising its systems. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in cybersecurity, prompting a review of
