CLEVELAND, Ohio — City officials are currently investigating a cyber attack that has resulted in the temporary closure of Cleveland City Hall. In response to the incident, the city has taken precautionary measures by shutting down affected systems to secure and restore services.
A statement released on social media by city officials announced that only essential staff will be working today as they address the cybersecurity breach. The statement reassured the public that emergency services and utilities have not been compromised by the attack.
The nature of the cyber attack, the identity of the hackers, and the extent of the infiltration are still under investigation. City officials are working closely with cybersecurity experts to resolve the issue and prevent future incidents.