Cleveland faces weeks of fallout from June cyber attack, experts warn

TLDR:

• Cyber attack in Cleveland being managed and investigated for weeks
• Russian-affiliated ransomware group responsible for the attack

Cleveland continues to deal with the aftermath of a cyber attack that occurred in June, with experts suggesting that the fallout will last for weeks. The attack, carried out by a Russian-affiliated ransomware group, disrupted city services for nearly two weeks, affecting residents’ ability to access essential documents like birth certificates and building permits. While the city has reopened, the investigation into the attack is ongoing, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation involved. The Ohio Cyber Reserve unit and the creation of the Cyber Reserve by Gov. Mike DeWine in 2019 play a crucial role in responding to such cyber threats. The city’s focus on recovering from the attack is expected to last for several months due to the broader organizational impact. Similar cyber attacks have been reported in other cities like Columbus, indicating a growing trend that local governments need to address cybersecurity challenges.