Queens Public Library under ransomware attack

rustyhancock

Unfortunately, QPL has suffered a ransomware incident and currently much of the online access is unavailable

RobotToaster

That seems a pretty terrible target for ransomware, it's not like public libraries have huge amounts of money.

rusbra

Is this due to the php vulnerability from a few weeks ago? Guessing they were on some php-based cms, and their staff never got around to fixing it in time.

redwood

Today I learned that Queens has a public library system that predated the consolidated New York City library system and fiercely fought to maintain independence rather than come under the control of a Manhattan-based system

brador

It’s a library. Wipe the system and start again.

waltbosz

https://spotlightdelaware.org/2024/09/23/delaware-libraries-... This happened to my state's library system a while back. Public computers and free wifi were down for a few months, but no major disruptions of lending services. I don't think the state paid any ransom, instead they just repaired their systems.

cush

This happened in seattle a few years ago. Computer systems were down for months. They just let everyone borrow using an honor system.

mcdonje

The post headline could use some punctuation.

JasonBorne

Despicable to target a place that supports learning and shares public knowledge.

crunkmcgoop

Ransomware for what? Just use the honor system. They did us all a favor

hollowonepl

Shit… for a second I was worried somebody stole the books and encrypted them on paper… hah! But luckily only website is broken it seems… uff.. most important thing in a library is safe… rest seems so much bollocks as a target… what is wrong with this world?!

dofm

A public library? Find these people and make them hurt. Like, really hurt. Make them read Jeffrey Archer books.