Town of Huntsville reports ransomware attack

The Town of Huntsville is reporting a cybersecurity incident caused by a ransomware attack affecting its network and systems. The town is located in the Muskoka Region of Ontario, Canada. It is approximately 215 kilometers north of Toronto and 130 kilometers south of North Bay

The recovery process is underway, with the town working towards full operational status, including maintaining the schedule for property tax payments which have not been affected by the incident. Huntsville residents are encouraged to stay informed through updates on the town's website, Huntsville.ca.

The details about of the ransomware attack, including how it occurred, is still under investigation, with no specific details on whether a ransom was paid or the amount involved due to ongoing investigations and security concerns. It's unclear whether personal information was among the compromised data.

The town emphasized the involvement of experts and authorities in a forensic investigation to ascertain the nature and scope of the compromised data.