OAKLAND, Calif. (KCBS RADIO) – Thousands of Oakland employees and those who have done business with the city are being warned that their personal data may be circling the dark web following a ransomware attack.
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Back on February 9, the city of Oakland was hit with a ransomware attack by a hacker group known as PLAY.
Current and former employees, and others who've done business with the city, are being warned that their information may be compromised, with some data showing up on the dark web.
"This is an ongoing investigation," said Mayor Sheng Thao during an update. "We are working closely with the FBI, and not just with the FBI, but with OPD here as well."
During the conference, Thao threw blame on previous administrations. "A huge under-investment in regards to previous administration into our IT systems and it is under this administration and under this city council where we're going to take that very seriously," she said.
Personal data, including credit card numbers, social security numbers and birthdates were released. It's been confirmed that over 1,500 records have been discovered on the dark web.
"We're offering for a whole year to anybody whose information may have been compromised a one year subscription to ensure that they can track their credit score," Thao proposed.
When asked if she is also at risk Thao said, "I've been here for 10 years, so it includes me as well."
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