Overseas Hackers Demand Ransom From Columbus, Threaten Data Leak

Cybersecurity Incident in Columbus: Foreign Hackers Demand Ransom

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Less than a month ago, the City of Columbus experienced a significant cybersecurity incident involving a foreign hacker group. The attackers, who claim to be part of an organization called Rhysida, are threatening to auction off stolen data unless the city pays a ransom.