Cyberattack Affects Manchester, Salford, and Bolton Councils, Compromising Housing Websites and Targeting Residents with Phishing Emails

Date Reported: 2024-08-07
Country: GBR | United Kingdom
Victim: Locata Housing Services | locatahousingservices.org.uk
Additional Information :

  • A cyberattack has affected the councils of Manchester, Salford, and Bolton.
  • This incident led to the closure of their housing websites.
  • Thousands of residents received phishing emails requesting personal information.
  • Locata, the software company providing housing solutions to the councils, has apologized for the disruption.
  • An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
  • Local councils have advised residents to monitor their bank accounts and take security measures to protect their personal information.

Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn87y0n4jvlo