On July 8 to 9, 2024, Landesnotarkammer Bayern and related notarial organizations suffered a ransomware attack that compromised their IT infrastructure. The malware encrypted data on various servers, making it inaccessible and potentially leaking sensitive information. The affected personal data includes names, addresses, dates of birth, telephone numbers, email addresses, and social security numbers.
The attack has exposed unstructured metadata from the organizations’ databases, raising concerns about potential misuse of the data. There is a risk that the leaked information could be used in phishing schemes or other forms of cybercrime. The possibility of data disclosure or publication remains, adding to the urgency of addressing the breach.
In response to the incident, the organizations promptly disconnected their IT infrastructure from the network to halt the attack. They have reported the breach to relevant legal and data protection authorities, including the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office, and have engaged external IT experts for forensic analysis. Measures are being taken to secure the systems and prevent future incidents.
The affected organizations advise heightened vigilance for any unusual activities, such as phishing emails or suspicious account activity. They recommend changing passwords, especially if they are reused across different services, to enhance security and protect against further risks.
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