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City of Columbia confirms ransomware attack, several online services remain unavailable
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Fusion42 · 25 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The City of Columbia, South Carolina confirmed a ransomware attack affecting several public-facing online services while critical public safety and utility operations remain operational. The city is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity specialists to investigate and restore affected systems.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity, and 2 sources have reported it between 24 Oct 2026 and 26 Oct 2026.
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City IT systems remain a high-risk target for ransomware attacks disrupting public services. You must plan for backup communication channels and quick restoration paths to maintain trust and service continuity.
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2 sources · first reported 24 Oct 2026 · latest 26 Oct 2026
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