UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare Hit by RansomHub; US Military Data at Risk

April 10, 2024
UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare Hit by RansomHub; US Military Data at Risk
  • Change Healthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group, has been hit by the RansomHub ransomware attack, demanding payment for 4TB of sensitive data.

  • The stolen data includes details of US military personnel and patient records, posing a significant privacy and security threat.

  • RansomHub has set a 12-day deadline for the ransom payment, after which they threaten to auction the data to the highest bidder.

  • This incident follows closely on the heels of a prior cyberattack on Change Healthcare, leaving the company in a vulnerable position.

  • There's speculation on whether RansomHub is connected to the known BlackCat ransomware group, highlighting the complexity of cybercriminal networks.

  • The US government is actively involved, offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the identification of the cybercriminals.

  • OODA stands ready to offer a suite of services, including intelligence, strategy, risk management, and crisis response to affected entities.

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