Queens Public Library hit by ransomware
Original title: Queens Public Library says ransomware attack disrupted Wi-Fi, on-site computers
Ransomware encrypted Queens Public Library systems, disrupting Wi-Fi, computers, and services across 66 branches.
The Queens Public Library confirmed a ransomware attack encrypted its systems and shut down digital services including WiFi, on-site computers, check-out machines, and the mobile app. The library remains open but programs may be impacted. It is working with law enforcement and experts. No ransomware gang has claimed the attack yet.
Unconfirmed: No ransomware gang has taken credit for the attack
- 66 branches affected
- Digital services and app down
- Systems encrypted
- No group claimed responsibility
Impact: systems encrypted, services disrupted
- 1.Monitor for ransom demands
- 2.Restore from backups if possible
- Vendors
- Queens Public Library
- Victims
- Queens Public Library
- Countries
- United States
From the original article
2 min read at therecord.mediaThe library system, which has 66 branches serving the borough’s 2. 3 million residents, published multiple alerts on Wednesday confirming that the disruption was caused by a ransomware attack.
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