Cleveland City Hall hit with ransomware attack, confirms official source

TLDR:

Key Points:

• Cleveland City Hall confirmed a ransomware attack on their systems.
• City Hall has been closed to the public to deal with the fallout.

In a recent article by Courtney Astolfi on cleveland.com, it has been revealed that Cleveland City Hall was hit with a ransomware attack. After initially referring to the incident as a “cyber incident,” officials admitted to the ransomware attack that was discovered on Sunday. As a result, City Hall has been closed to the public for most of the week and will remain closed on Monday.

The city has not provided a timeline for how long the closure may last, leaving many residents worried about the impact on government services. The attack has raised concerns about the security of the city’s systems and the potential for sensitive information to be compromised.

As the situation unfolds, residents are advised to stay informed about any updates from city officials and to take necessary precautions to protect their own data and information. The incident serves as a reminder of the increasing threat of cyber attacks on public institutions and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.