Cornelius, North Carolina, residents are grappling with ransomware attacks | July 15, 2023
Channel: Hacking Space Frontier
Date: 2023-07-15

Residents of Cornelius, North Carolina, are grappling with disruptions in services following a recent ransomware attack. The attack, discovered on July 11, prompted the town's Technology Operations Department to disconnect on-site technology and contain the threat. The town is working with relevant authorities to scan and clean affected devices before returning to normal operations. Some services may be temporarily unavailable or delayed during this process. The Cornelius Police Department's main phone line is down, but alternate numbers have been provided. The identity of the ransomware group and the possibility of paying a ransom remain undisclosed. Last year, North Carolina banned government entities from paying ransoms, which garnered mixed reactions from experts. Ransomware attacks on local governments across the US continue to be a frequent occurrence.