Wbrc Cyberattack Disrupts Alabama Nursing License System
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- •Over 80,000 nurses affected by the cyberattack on the Alabama Board of Nursing.
- •Online licensing services have been offline since September 1, 2026.
- •Employers must verify licensure through the Nursys database while services are down.
A cyberattack has rendered the Alabama Board of Nursing's online licensing system offline, affecting over 80,000 nurses who need to renew their licenses and new graduates seeking licensure. The attack began on September 1, 2026, and the board has prioritized securing licensee data, leading to a temporary halt in online services. Staff are processing applications manually to avoid backlogs, but there is no timeline for restoring online services. The board is collaborating with cybersecurity professionals to investigate the incident. Employers are advised to verify nurse licensure through the national Nursys database in the interim. The board has implemented paper applications for all nursing license requests, which may delay hiring across healthcare facilities in Alabama.
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