Ctinsider Nevada Ransomware Attack: Timeline of Events and Impact
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A ransomware attack on Nevada's state systems began in May 2023, triggered by an employee's accidental download of malicious software. The attack, discovered in August, disrupted services including driver’s license issuance and background checks, costing the state at least $1.5 million to recover. Attackers gained access to sensitive data through encrypted tunnels and lateral movement within the state's network.
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