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Ransomware Attack Shuts Down Key Appraisal District Computer Systems

Travis Central Appraisal District (TCAD) reported on September 19 that its computer systems were affected by a cyberattack.

On September 11, hackers attacked TCAD with a ransomware virus that affected its website property search, phone, email, and Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal systems, according to information on the district’s website.

TCAD officials responded by isolating the infected computer systems, securing backup data, notifying state agencies, and working with software vendors and cybersecurity experts.

As of September 19, all core systems were restored. TCAD will continue to work with cybersecurity experts and state agencies to conduct forensic analysis and restore secondary systems.

TCAD did not pay any ransom funds. Appraisal protest and customer service were not impacted, and confidential information was not affected.

Source: Strategic Partnerships

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