City of Wichita Shuts Down Network Following Ransomware Attack
Posted: Mon May 06, 2024 11:57 am
The City of Wichita, Kansas, on Sunday announced that it has shut down its computer network after falling victim to a ransomware attack.
The disruptive incident occurred on May 5, when data on certain systems was encrypted by malware, prompting Wichita to turn off some of its systems, as a containment measure, with impact on certain online services.
“We turned off our computer network. This decision was not made lightly but was necessary to ensure that systems are securely vetted before returning to service,” the city said in an incident notice on its website.
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City of Wichita Shuts Down Network Following Ransomware Attack
The disruptive incident occurred on May 5, when data on certain systems was encrypted by malware, prompting Wichita to turn off some of its systems, as a containment measure, with impact on certain online services.
“We turned off our computer network. This decision was not made lightly but was necessary to ensure that systems are securely vetted before returning to service,” the city said in an incident notice on its website.
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City of Wichita Shuts Down Network Following Ransomware Attack