Cyberattack Hits 911 Dispatch System - Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Channel: Hacking Space Frontier
Date: 2024-01-24

Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is currently facing a "cybersecurity incident" that has impacted its computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system since January 21. This incident has led to the shutdown of some automated features associated with 911 calls. However, county officials assure that the phone and radio systems are still operational. Despite the disruption, all calls for service from the public are being received and dispatched to first responders without delay. Incidents are being documented using a backup system. Additionally, the county has temporarily disconnected from the Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) databases. The population of Bucks County is approximately 647,000, and measures are being taken to address and manage the situation.