According to sources, Hoboken (a Government organization in New Jersey) was hit with a cyber attack. It was first reported on 2024-12-02.
Source 1 | 2024-12-02
“A ransomware attack on Hoboken’s municipal systems, detected early on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, has significantly disrupted city operations. City Hall remains closed, all online municipal services have been suspended, and municipal court sessions are temporarily halted. “
“Authorities have implemented contingency measures, including redirecting municipal court cases and police-related business to facilities in Secaucus, with operations later expanded to other Hudson County municipalities. Essential services, including waste collection and recreation programs, continue uninterrupted, but street sweeping has been suspended for the day. “
“The Hoboken Police Department, in collaboration with city administrators and the IT department, is actively investigating the breach. Cybersecurity experts are assessing the scope of the attack, believed to involve ransomware—malicious software designed to encrypt data and render systems inoperable until a ransom is paid. Such attacks typically exploit vulnerabilities in network systems or employee errors, emphasizing the critical need for robust cybersecurity protocols. “
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