Hamilton launches cybersecurity blitz following ransomware attack

TLDR:

Key Points:

• Hamilton undergoes a cybersecurity ‘blitz’ after a ransomware attack in February.
• The city implements multifactor authentication (MFA) for all staff members to enhance cybersecurity defenses.

In response to a ransomware attack that hit Hamilton’s IT network in February, the city took swift action to improve its cybersecurity measures. City councillors now have to use multifactor authentication (MFA) to access devices and accounts, a step that is seen as crucial by cybersecurity experts. The implementation of MFA was part of a larger effort to enhance security controls and prevent potential vulnerabilities. Despite the challenges posed by the cyberattack, the city is working diligently to recover and strengthen its systems while keeping the public informed about the progress.