UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare was recently hit by a cyberattack, allegedly due to a Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability exploited by a LockBit malware strain. The incident, which affected pharmacy operations, was not linked to the LockBit gang but to possible RDP vector issues. Despite the acquisition of Change Healthcare by Optum, vulnerabilities still existed, demonstrating the importance of cybersecurity audits in healthcare M&A processes.
The NCSC wants developers to get serious on software security
The NCSC’s new Software Security Code of Practice has been praised by cyber professionals as a significant advancement in enhancing software supply chain security.
