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WINONA, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Winona County Sheriff’s Office said it continues to work with local, state and federal authorities to fully restore services after a ransomware incident.
READ MORE: Walz authorizes National Guard to support after cyberattack
Winona County ransomware attack
What we know:
Authorities say 911 dispatch services are still operational.
DMV services and vital statistics are currently not available.
The sheriff’s office said many of the county services are being done manually as authorities work to restore services and asked residents to be patient as the issue is resolved.
Winona County said the cyberattack happened Monday and continued into Tuesday.
What we don’t know:
Authorities were not able to confirm if any personal information was leaked.
Gov. Walz authorizes National Guard to assist
The backstory:
Minnesota Gov. Walz issued an executive order to authorize the National Guard to support the county in order to support the county, provide emergency assistance and ensure municipal operations continue.
“Cyberattacks are an evolving threat that can strike anywhere, at any time,” said Walz. “Swift coordination between state and local experts matters in these moments. That’s why I am authorizing the National Guard to support Winona County as they work to protect critical systems and maintain essential services.”
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