April 24, 2024 at 03:13PM Leicester City Council is facing continued challenges with streetlights remaining on due to a recent cyberattack impacting the central management system. Residents, like Roger Ewens, have expressed concern over the high energy usage leading to increased electricity costs. The council aims to resolve the issue by the first week of … Read more
April 23, 2024 at 07:13AM Leicester City Council experienced a ransomware attack causing residential streetlights to stay on continuously, disrupting daily life. The cyberattack led to system shutdowns and data theft, making the council reluctant to pay the ransom. The 1.3 TB data breach prompted close cooperation with law enforcement and data breach notifications to … Read more
April 4, 2024 at 06:56AM Leicester City Council confirms a ransomware attack where data was stolen and leaked, impacting residents with exposed personal information. The council is working with authorities to investigate, while residents are advised to remain vigilant. They have restored many services and shared their efforts to address the situation. Similar attacks have … Read more
April 2, 2024 at 07:22AM The cyber skids at INC Ransom claim responsibility for a cybersecurity incident at Leicester City Council, mentioning the theft of 3 TB of data. INC Ransom used “flashing” tactics to pressure the council. While recovery efforts are ongoing, many online services are back, but the council remains silent on data … Read more
March 21, 2024 at 07:46AM Leicester City Council is dealing with a suspected ransomware attack, referred to as a “cyber incident.” Key details have not been confirmed, causing frustration among experts and residents. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with some services restored but extended delays. The council urges residents to use its website and contact only … Read more
March 12, 2024 at 07:53AM Leicester City Council’s IT systems and critical service phone lines remain down following a “cyber incident.” The nature of the attack has not been confirmed, although ransomware is suspected. The council aims to restore services by the middle of the week and has set up emergency phone numbers for essential … Read more