Seattle Public Library security incident history
Hacking, data breaches and other security incidents involving Seattle Public Library, with related coverage.
Incidents: 1 · Most recent
Ransomware knocks Seattle Public Library's online systems offline
Impact: Computer and online system operations halted
The Seattle Public Library was hit by a ransomware attack over the Memorial Day weekend in May 2024, halting its computers and online systems. The library worked to restore its systems and network, but the incident's effects persisted into August. In September, systems were restored and normal operations resumed, and efforts to strengthen technology security were pursued.
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