BridgePay Confirms Ransomware Attack Behind Major Payment Outage

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BridgePay Payment Gateway Hit by Ransomware Attack, Services Disrupted BridgePay Network Solutions, a major U.S. payment gateway provider, confirmed that a ransomware attack has caused a significant outage affecting multiple services. The incident began on February 6, 2026, and has led to a nationwide disruption of BridgePay's platform, prompting the company to engage federal law enforcement for assistance. 18 sources 63