The agency called the situation a 'cyber event' and didn't say what data may have been compromised.
In a statement, the agency described the situation as a "cyber event" and did not specify the nature of the attack or what data may have been compromised. HACLA, the city's public housing authority, has a budget of more than $1 billion.
The ransomware group Lockbit claimed to have hacked the agency, according to TechCrunch. Screenshots posted online indicate that more than 15 terabytes of files were stolen, with a listed deadline of Jan. 12 for an apparent ransom.Courtney Gladney of HACLA said the agency was working with "law enforcement and forensics to investigate the incident.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Cyberattackers hit the Housing Authority of the City of Los AngelesThis is the second major cyberattack on a local agency after the Los Angeles Unified School District was attacked in September.
Consulte Mais informação »
Los Angeles Housing Authority Hit By Ransomware AttackFollowing last year’s LAUSD hack, cyber criminals are now claiming responsibility for a ransomware attack on the city’s housing authority.
Consulte Mais informação »
Column: Nick Canepa's Chargers grades vs. Los Angeles RamsUnion-Tribune columnist Nick Canepa grades the Chargers after their 31-10 win Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.
Consulte Mais informação »
Best Things To Do This Week In Los Angeles And SoCal: Jan. 2 - 5Whether you decided to catch the Rose Parade today, or you're looking for something fun to do tonight or the rest of the week, we've got your rundown of the best events for your calendar:
Consulte Mais informação »
Conservationists fight to end Los Angeles water imports from Eastern Sierra's Mono LakeEnvironmentalists say Mono Lake water exports to Los Angeles are threatening one of the world's largest nesting gull populations.
Consulte Mais informação »
Homeless man found dead in burning RV in Los AngelesA witness told officers that a 46-year-old man approached the RV and threw an unknown object at the vehicle before it burst into flames
Consulte Mais informação »