Ransomware Hits MA Ferry Service
INCIDENT
A ransomware attack hit The Steamship Authority of Massachusetts affecting ticketing, reservations, credit card payment and other IT systems. Customers were unable to book or change reservations online or by phone. There was no impact on physical operations, as the issue did not affect radar or GPS functionality, and the operator was able to revert to manual operations and cash payments. Delays possible related to the ticketing process.
The ferry service operates between mainland Massachusetts and the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
Type of Malware
No Malware identified
Threat Source
No threat source identified