UnitedHealth Group recently announced that an associated technological unit (Change Healthcare) faced a cyberattack from the Blackcat ransomware group. The attack caused disruptions to insurance transactions and electronic pharmacy refills. As a result, the American Hospital Association has advised that healthcare entities remain vigilant and monitor for signs of risk.
“In the fight against cybercrime, the state holds a critical position, employing national capabilities like intelligence, law enforcement, and international collaboration to shield against digital threats. Recently, we have seen the use of offensive cyber tactics as part of the arsenal, aiming to damage criminals' cyber capabilities and prevent their criminal activities. This method was highlighted in the disruption of the BlackCat ransomware by the FBI, which unfortunately led to the group intensifying their operations, as shown in their recent attack on UnitedHealth's tech unit.