Extortion following cyberattack on Berlin administrative systems
Unknown attackers breached the IT systems of the city of Berlin in early August, stole data and are now demanding a ransom. The Governing Mayor confirmed the incident.
Extortion following cyberattack on Berlin administrative systems
In early August, unknown hackers succeeded in penetrating the digital systems of the city of Berlin and stealing important data. The perpetrators are now using the stolen material to extort the city, demanding a ransom. This was announced by Governing Mayor Kai Wegner. According to his statement, it cannot be ruled out that the incident also affected personal or other confidential information. Source: Onet.pl (https://wiadomosci.onet.pl/swiat/atak-hakerski-w-berlinie-hakerzy-szantazuja-wladze-miasta-zadaja-okupu/b0zy481).
Source: Onet