April 10, 2024 at 01:53PM
The Medusa ransomware gang took credit for a cyberattack on Tarrant County Appraisal District, threatening to release 218GB of data unless a $100,000 ransom is paid within six days. Approximately 300 people’s personal information was compromised, prompting the district to secure the network and involve cybersecurity experts. The FBI has been notified, and restoration efforts are ongoing.
The Medusa ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the Tarrant County Appraisal District in March. The gang is threatening to leak 218GB of stolen data within six days if a $100,000 ransom is not paid. The attack caused a network disruption, affecting the personal information of approximately 300 individuals. The district is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate, respond, and restore operations. Affected individuals will be contacted for assistance in protecting their personal information, and any suspicious activity should be reported immediately. The FBI has been informed of the attack, and efforts are underway to restore operations, but there is no update on whether the ransom will be paid.