Technology
Aug. 6, 2024
Stand and e-Deliver!: Ransomware v. Courts
The Los Angeles County Superior Court was cyberattacked by online pirates demanding ransom, forcing all 36 courthouses to close and causing numerous court systems to be brought down. The attack is not uncommon, as nearly 20 state, city, or municipal court systems have been targeted by ransomware groups since 2019.
By now it is old news that on Friday, July 18, 2024, the Los Angeles County Superior Court--the country's largest trial court system--was cyberattacked by online pirates demanding ransom. As result, all 36 courthouses were closed Monday, July 19, and numerous court systems were brought down including the court's websites, jury duty portal, and case management systems. See "Ransomware attack shuts down county court sys...
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