Massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare exposes vulnerability of healthcare sector

Change Healthcare, one of the largest US medical billing companies, experienced a massive cybersecurity breach recently. The company, known for its sophisticated digital infrastructure, primarily manages electronic health and billing records. The breach potentially compromised medical and billing information of about one-third of Americans. Change Healthcare acknowledged the breach, launched an internal investigation, recruited cybersecurity experts and advised clients on tighter security measures. The incident highlights the necessity of stronger cybersecurity in the healthcare industry.