The Russian state-funded group Evil Corp has targeted NATO countries with cyber attacks, leveraging political connections to evade U.S. sanctions. Led by Maksim Yakubets, the group uses ransomware and exploits vulnerabilities. Separately, a ransomware attack on UMC Health System in Texas temporarily disrupted medical operations, but swift recovery efforts highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity in healthcare.

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.