The Russia-linked ransomware group 3AM has claimed responsibility for the attack on the City of Hoboken, NJ which forced the closure of City Hall, and affected city services and the municipal court. The cyberattack hit every department in the city, from payroll to construction to health and animal control. Social security numbers, driver’s licenses, payroll, health, and other personal information of Hoboken workers and residents ― including dozens who applied for rental assistance during the pandemic, are all in the hands of the hackers.

3AM has not made a public demand or threat but it is likely Hoboken was provided ransom terms. Read more about this story on our LinkedIn page