Nevada Ransomware Attack Linked to Employee's Malware Download

Nevada Ransomware Attack Linked to Employee's Malware Download

First seen 2 Dec 2025, 18:33 UTC •KtnvCtinsiderScworldLasvegassunBleepingcomputer+5 •78% similarity •42.9

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In August 2025, Nevada experienced a ransomware attack traced back to a malware download by a state employee in May. The attack affected over 60 state agencies and resulted in significant disruptions, including the inability to issue driver's licenses. The state recovered 90% of the impacted data without paying the ransom, incurring recovery costs of at least $1.5 million.

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