Killeen, Texas Faces Ransomware Attack by BlackSuit Hackers, Compromising Internal Systems and Municipal Justice System

Date Reported: 2024-08-07
Country: USA
Victim: Killeen | Killeen | killeentexas.gov
Additional Information :

• The city of Killeen, Texas, was targeted by a ransomware attack from the hacking group BlackSuit.
• Internal systems were compromised, including email and the municipal justice system.
• The hackers demanded a ransom for the restoration of the data.
• Killeen officials have not disclosed whether they paid the ransom.
• Public services have been partially restored.
• Residents are advised to monitor their financial accounts for any suspicious activity.

Article: https://kdhnews.com/news/local/killeen-hit-by-ransomware-attack-from-cybercriminal/article_4d20ed22-55c3-11ef-8eb2-6f391c5e5ba6.html