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Seattle Library Crippled by Ransomware: How a Cyberattack Turned Pages Back to Paper
The Seattle Public Library has been hit by a ransomware event, disrupting ebook lending and the website. Good news: physical books, CDs, and DVDs are still available. Librarians are going old-school with paper forms to ensure patrons get their media fix. Bring your library card…
Hot Take:
Who knew that even bookshelves can catch a virus? The Seattle Public Library is giving a whole new meaning to the term “hardcover” by fending off ransomware hackers! Guess it’s back to the good ol’ Dewey Decimal system and paper forms for now. How quaint!
Key Points:
- Seattle Public Library hit by ransomware, affecting ebook lending and the website.
- Physical collection of books, CDs, and DVDs remains accessible.
- Library using paper forms to check out physical media due to impacted staff computers.
- Library involved third-party forensic specialists and law enforcement for investigation.
- No timeline for system restoration; patrons advised to hold onto checked-out books for now.
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