Anne Arundel County, Maryland, has experienced a multi-day cybersecurity attack attributed to an "external origin. " The county government is actively implementing measures to protect their systems and limit internet access during this incident.
• The county's cybersecurity team is assessing the operational needs of various departments. There is no specified timeline for full service restoration.
• Details on the specific public services that are disrupted are limited, but essential services like 911 remain operational for emergencies, while 311 is available for non-emergency issues.
• Anne Arundel County is significant due to its proximity to Washington, D. C. , and houses several key federal agencies, including the National Security Agency (NSA) and U. S. Cyber Command.
• Local officials are still determining the full impact of the attack, which began on Saturday.
• The situation draws media attention and public interest, leading to humorous online comments regarding the nature of the incident.
The Anne Arundel County government is focused on recovering from this cybersecurity attack, ensuring that critical services remain functional while assessing the overall effect on their operations.
https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/cyberattack-hits-maryland-county-thats-home-nsa-headquarters
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