Nevada State Agencies Hit by Cyberattack, Services Disrupted
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A cyberattack on Nevada's government systems led to the shutdown of state services for two days. The attack, detected on Sunday, affected multiple state websites and phone lines, prompting the closure of in-person services. The state is currently working on recovery efforts with various partners. No personally identifiable information has been compromised, and the attack did not impact public internet or mobile services. The state has advised residents to be cautious of unsolicited communications requesting personal or financial information.
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27.08.2025 22:59 đ° 1 articles
Nevada State Agencies Shut Down Due to Cyberattack
On August 24, 2025, a cyberattack on Nevada's government systems was detected, leading to the shutdown of state services for two days. The attack affected multiple state websites and phone lines, prompting the closure of in-person services. Recovery efforts are underway with the involvement of state, local, tribal, and federal partners. No personally identifiable information was compromised, and the attack did not impact public internet or mobile services.
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- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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The cyberattack was detected on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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The attack led to the closure of state services for two days.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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State websites and phone lines were made unavailable.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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The state is collaborating with local, tribal, and federal partners for recovery.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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No personally identifiable information was compromised.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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Public internet and mobile services were not affected.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59
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The state has advised residents to be cautious of phishing attempts.
First reported: 27.08.2025 22:59đ° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Nevada's State Agencies Shutter in Wake of Cyberattack â www.darkreading.com â 27.08.2025 22:59