The City of Abilene, Texas, is actively working to restore its systems following a cyberattack that began on April 18. City officials reported that several internal systems became unresponsive, prompting immediate activation of the incident response plan. To secure the network, critical assets and affected systems were disconnected, and cybersecurity experts were engaged to assess the situation. Authorities have been notified, and an investigation is underway.
Despite the ongoing restoration efforts, emergency services remain operational, and there have been no reports of unauthorized financial activity. Residents can still pay their municipal services statements, and both in-person and online payment options are available. However, online services may experience slower response times during the recovery process.
While the investigation is in its early stages, initial information suggests that Abilene may have been targeted in a ransomware attack. However, no ransomware group has claimed responsibility at this time. The city has committed to providing weekly updates as more information becomes available.
This incident is part of a broader wave of cyberattacks affecting local governments in Texas. The Texas Department of Information Resources reported that over 20 local governments in the state have been targeted in a coordinated ransomware attack. The FBI and other federal agencies are involved in the investigation, and authorities are working to restore services and prevent further incidents.
Residents and businesses in Abilene are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities. The city appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as it works to resolve the situation.
