U.S. Marshals Service struck by ransomware attack

In a major breach of a U.S. Marshals Service computer system this month with ransomware, hackers stole sensitive and personally identifiable data about agency employees and targets of investigations, an agency spokesman said Tuesday.

The hacked system was disconnected from the network shortly after the breach and stolen data were discovered Feb. 17. The Justice Department determined it was a major incident and opened an investigation as the Marshals work "swiftly and effectively," to tamp down any risks associated with the breach, agency spokesman Drew Wade said Tuesday.

The hacked U.S. Marshals system contains sensitive law enforcement information and personally identifiable information about subjects of investigations and certain U.S. Marshals employees, the agency said. It is tasked with tracking down fugitives, transporting federal prisoners, protecting witnesses and providing court security.

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Yeah man, thats crazy. I always wonder if those poeple update their antivirus

could this have been china?

It sounds like someone was not fixating on security protocols. Another reminder of why cybersecurity is so critical! It is incredible that with all our current technology, there are still vulnerable susceptible points in our systems.

(03-16-2023, 09:34 PM)ICallShotgun Wrote:

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It sounds like someone was not fixating on security protocols. Another reminder of why cybersecurity is so critical! It is incredible that with all our current technology, there are still vulnerable susceptible points in our systems.

That and there are so many things defenders need to get right. Security is hard.