City of Dallas attacked by ransomware gang named Royal and city services are still affected.
The Dallas Public Library, Dallas Water Utilities, courts and more have been affected by the ransomware cyberattack.
The city of Dallas was recently attacked by a ransomware gang known as ‘Royal,’ which has left many city services severely impacted. The attack has been described as one of the most serious cyberattacks faced by the city in recent years, with the hackers reportedly demanding a ransom in order to restore the city’s systems.
The attack had been caused by the Royal ransomware. The hackers had gained access to the city’s systems by exploiting a vulnerability in the system’s software. Once inside, the hackers were able to encrypt large portions of the city’s data, making it inaccessible.
The attack has had a major impact on the city’s services. City officials have had to take many services offline in order to protect them from further attack. This includes the city’s email system, which had to be completely shut down in order to protect it from the ransomware. Additionally, the city’s police and fire departments have been severely affected. The police department has had to rely on paper records and manual processes as a result of the attack.
Fortunately, the city has been able to keep most of its services running despite the attack. However, the attack has caused the city to lose valuable data, and the ransom demand from the hackers has yet to be met. City officials are currently working on restoring the city’s systems, but the process is expected to take weeks or even months to complete.
The attack on Dallas serves as a reminder of the importance of cyber security. As more and more cities rely on digital systems, they become increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. City officials must take action to ensure that their systems are secure, and that they are able to quickly respond to any attack.