Cybersecurity Outage Highlights Critical Vulnerabilities In Healthcare

Change Healthcare, a key US pharmacy claims processor and subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, was hit by a cyberattack on February 21, 2024. The incident led to system outages, causing disruptions to pharmacies and healthcare providers nationwide. The nature of the attack is still under investigation, but includes potential data breaches and delays in prescription processing. The event is a harsh reminder of the cybersecurity threats facing the healthcare sector and the importance of preparing for such incidents.