Date Reported: 2024-07-03
Country: USA | United States
Victim: Florida Department of Health | floridahealth.gov
Additional Information:
- The online vital statistics system in Florida, which issues birth and death certificates, has experienced a breakdown due to a potential cyber attack.
- This incident has caused delays for Floridians who require these documents, with funeral homes and cremation services being particularly affected.
- Funeral homes and cremation services are unable to proceed with cremations without a death certificate.
- The Florida Department of Health has confirmed the incident and is working with law enforcement to resolve the situation.
- However, there is no indication of when the system will be back in operation.
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