Summary
Middletown City Hall got hit by a cyberattack, knocking out computers and messing with local government departments. Expect annoying delays if you're trying to handle paperwork or city services right now.
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Impact analysis
While the exact cost isn't clear yet, dealing with ransomware or system fixes usually ends up draining taxpayer funds.
Cybercriminals benefit if they manage to extort a ransom, though nobody in the city is coming out ahead on this one.
Everyday residents trying to get things done at City Hall are getting stuck with frustrating delays.
Mentions & discussions (7)
Middletown data breach exposed Social Security numbers, personal information of residents
Middletown data breach exposed Social Security numbers, personal information of residents WKRC
Middletown releases first details on what was accessed during cyberattack
Middletown releases first details on what was accessed during cyberattack WCPO 9 Cincinnati
Data breach in Middletown last year involved Social Security numbers, personal info
Data breach in Middletown last year involved Social Security numbers, personal info WLWT
Cyberattack that crippled Middletown's systems shows how hackers target smaller cities
Cyberattack that crippled Middletown's systems shows how hackers target smaller cities Cincinnati Enquirer
Middletown residents face mounting frustrations weeks after cyberattack
Middletown residents face mounting frustrations weeks after cyberattack WLWT
Middletown is still recovering from a cyberattack
Middletown is still recovering from a cyberattack WYSO Public Radio
Cyberattack shuts down computers at Middletown City Hall, impacts departments
Cyberattack shuts down computers at Middletown City Hall, impacts departments WLWT
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