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Cleveland City Hall Cyber Incident

June 11, 2024
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Cleveland City Hall Cyber Incident

Cleveland faced a significant cyber incident, prompting the shutdown of its city hall as officials investigate the breach affecting certain systems. While essential services like police, fire, and emergency medical services remain functional, the 911 dispatch center and systems controlling local ports and public utilities are unaffected. However, all internal systems and software platforms are offline until further notice, with daytime 311 calls being handled by after-hours operators. Only essential staff will be present at city hall, and affected systems will remain offline until authorities gain a better understanding of the situation and can rectify it safely.

Although the exact nature and scope of the incident remain unconfirmed, city officials are taking cybersecurity threats seriously, focusing on securing and restoring services promptly. The incident underscores a broader trend of cyberattacks targeting American cities, with Cleveland joining the ranks of municipalities facing such challenges. Recent examples include Wichita, Kansas, which resorted to cash-only payments following a ransomware attack, and Pensacola, Florida, where data stolen during an attack was leaked online.

Ohio, in particular, has witnessed a surge in ransomware attacks targeting various cities and even the state lottery system. These incidents highlight the vulnerabilities within local governments’ cybersecurity infrastructure and the difficulties law enforcement agencies face in combating cybercriminal gangs orchestrating such attacks. As cities across the nation grapple with these threats, the need for robust cybersecurity measures and swift responses to cyber incidents becomes increasingly evident.

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  • Cleveland City Hall Shuts Down Due to Cyber Incident
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