The Leicester City Council shut down its computer systems last week
Computer systems and phone lines were temporarily switched off as a “precaution”, the BBC reported.
The story was broken by the BBC. You can read the full story here
The report from the BBC, said: “The authority said on Friday that it had disabled the systems temporarily as a precaution.
“It said it was working with cyber security specialists and law enforcement agencies to determine what had happened.”
The council apologised for any inconvenience caused.
What did the Leicester City Council have to say?
The Council’s Strategic Director of City Developments and Neighbourhoods, Richard Sword, said: “We have shut down some of our systems while we investigate a cyber incident, as a number of other local authorities have had to in recent months.
“We are liaising closely with the experts at the National Cyber Security Centre and law enforcement partners as part of our investigations.
“We apologise for the inconvenience this is causing, and will continue to do all we can to minimise any disruption to our front-line services.”
Mr Sword added: “People can still access advice and information on our website, including emergency numbers if they need to contact us.
“We are asking people to use these numbers only in an emergency.
“We are not able to say when our investigations will be complete. We will provide updates in due course.”
As cyber threats grow in sophistication, traditional methods of protection—such as static firewalls or signature-based antivirus tools—struggle to keep up. Enter machine learning (ML),
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly advanced, and its influence is becoming more pronounced in the field of cybersecurity. While AI offers
In today’s increasingly digital world, cybersecurity threats are a constant concern for businesses of all sizes. With cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated and frequent, the
In the ever-evolving world of technology, businesses must stay ahead to remain competitive. With 2024 bringing unprecedented advancements in IT and growing demands
In November 2024, cybersecurity experts uncovered a sophisticated attack method known as “SEO poisoning,” where cybercriminals manipulate search engine results to distribute malware. A
In today’s increasingly connected world, the security of your wireless network is more crucial than ever. As a reseller of WatchGuard products, 4th Platform
Since 2020, working from home (WFH) has become commonplace. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, almost every company had to switch their traditionally
In the digital age, establishing a strong online presence is more critical than ever. One of the key components in achieving this is a
In today’s digital age, the healthcare sector faces increasing threats from cyber attacks. The UK healthcare system, known for its comprehensive and inclusive nature,
According to councillors, Cheshire East Council should prepare for cyber-attacks by playing out scenarios. Why has Cheshire East Council acted this way? This is
