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(TNS) — An investigation into last year’s cyberattack in Hoboken has concluded and the city is urging anyone affected to enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection, according to a statement issued by the city.
The cyberattack forced the closure of City Hall and affected city services and the municipal court.
An investigation revealed that between Nov. 26 and Nov. 27, certain files on the city’s network were accessed without authorization.
Social security numbers, driver’s licenses, payroll, health and other personal information of Hoboken workers and residents ― including dozens who applied for rental assistance during the pandemic ― was among the data stolen in the cyberattack last month.
The Russia-linked ransomware group ThreeAM, also known as 3AM, claimed responsibility for the attack, two cybersecurity experts told NJ.com, although the group has not made public its demands from the city.
The review of the compromised files concluded on March 12, followed by address research that was completed on May 16, the statement said.
“Hoboken has determined that the potentially impacted information varies by individual but may include names combined with one or more of the following: Social Security numbers, driver’s license or state ID numbers, and bank account and routing numbers,” city officials said in the statement.
The city said that it has no reason to believe any of the information has been misused as a result of this incident.
On Dec. 8, 2024, the city opened a call center to field questions and offered free credit monitoring and identity protection services to all community members who wished to enroll.
In addition to the forensic investigation and collaboration with law enforcement, Hoboken is reviewing its data protection policies and procedures in response to the incident.
The city offered community members a chance to enroll in a complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection service.
To obtain more information about this incident or to enroll in complimentary monitoring services, individuals may call 833-799-4365, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
The city can also be reached in writing at 94 Washington Street, Hoboken, 07030.
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