MONSTAT Institute Faces Cyberattack, Data Compromised and Held for Ransom

MONSTAT Institute Faces Cyberattack, Data Compromised and Held for Ransom


Date Reported: 2024-11-15
Country: Montenegro | Montenegro
Victim: MONSTAT | Statistical Office of Montenegro
Website: monstat.org
Additional Information :

  • The MONSTAT statistical institute was targeted in a cyberattack last November.
  • Hackers gained access to sensitive data during the attack.
  • The data has been locked and remains inaccessible until further notice.
  • Reports indicate that hackers demanded a ransom for the return of the data.
  • MONSTAT has not officially confirmed the incident or the ransom demand.
  • The situation has raised concerns about data security in public institutions.
  • Authorities are investigating the breach to assess the extent of the damage.
  • Public trust in the handling of statistical data may be affected by this incident.

Article: https://www.cdm.me/english/monstat-data-accessed-in-hack/