Iranian-backed hacker group Handala claimed responsibility for a cyber attack on St. Joseph County, alleging it exfiltrated more than two terabytes of sensitive data and noting it previously leaked FBI Director Kash Patel’s email. County officials counter that only a third-party faxing service was hacked, that internal systems were not compromised, and investigations with federal, state and local law enforcement are ongoing; anyone concerned should contact the Board of Commissioners. #Handala #StJosephCounty
Keypoints
- Handala claimed responsibility for a cyber attack on St. Joseph County.
- The group alleges it took more than two terabytes of sensitive information.
- County officials say only an external third-party faxing service was breached, not internal systems.
- Some posted files appear to include death certificates, prescription information, and legal documents, though authenticity is unverified.
- The county is investigating with federal, state, and local law enforcement and advises potentially affected residents to contact the Board of Commissioners.