Nevada’s Ransomware Rodeo: Data Breach Spurs Statewide Service Shutdown
Nevada’s been hit by a ransomware attack, causing panic and offline chaos. The state’s CIO Tim Galluzi says data’s been exfiltrated, but it’s like sorting confetti in a windstorm to figure out what’s missing. Meanwhile, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is on the scene, offering free support to save the day.
Hot Take:
Oh, Nevada, we wanted you to stay famous for Vegas, not viruses! The Silver State just got its shine dimmed by a ransomware attack, proving once again that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas—it sometimes leaks onto the internet. Kudos to the state’s IT team for going full CSI with their forensic investigation, but let’s hope they can wrap it up faster than a weekend in Reno!
Key Points:
- Nevada’s government networks hit by a ransomware attack, leading to service disruptions.
- Data has been exfiltrated, but the specific nature of the data remains unclear.
- Forensic investigations are ongoing with help from third-party specialists and federal partners.
- The US CISA and FBI are actively supporting Nevada’s response and recovery efforts.
- No cybercriminal group has claimed responsibility for the attack yet.
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