03-05-2024 21:23 via infodocket.com

Report: Libraries in British Columbia Interior Breached by Hackers Demanding Ransom

From The Canadian Press (via Global News):
B.C. libraries have been targeted by a hacker who demanded a ransom or they would release user data that includes the phone numbers and email addresses of some clients.
The Cariboo Regional District says its library was among those involved, and data was obtained about users who received automated notifications from the library between March 27 and April 19.
t says it was informed of the breach last week by the BC Libraries Cooperative which provides in
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