The Kansas Judicial system is taking proactive steps to assist individuals impacted by a recent cybersecurity incident. Find out how they are reaching out to affected individuals and providing support. Call the dedicated helpline for assistance.
Kansas Judicial System Takes Action to Assist Individuals Affected by Cybersecurity Incident
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The Kansas Judicial system is proactively reaching out to individuals impacted by a recent cybersecurity incident. With an empathetic and informative voice, the system aims to provide support and assistance to those affected. Chief Justice Marla Luckert expresses regret over the incident and emphasizes the court's commitment to privacy and security.
The Office of Judicial Administration has been working diligently with cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach and its consequences. Through their efforts, it was determined that personal information was accessed, impacting approximately 150,000 individuals. The investigation concluded on April 23, 2024.
To ensure affected individuals receive proper notification, the Kansas Judicial system has employed various methods to reach out to them. Affected individuals have been notified either by letter, if their address was available, or through media publication and the judicial branch website if an address was not available. It is important to note that the Kansas Judicial system will not contact affected individuals via text, call, or email.
In response to the incident, the Office of Judicial Administration has implemented additional security controls and will continue to enhance its security measures to minimize the risk of future cybersecurity incidents. The Kansas Judicial system is committed to safeguarding the privacy of the information entrusted to them.
If you have been impacted by the cybersecurity incident, a dedicated helpline has been set up for assistance. You can call 1-888-861-6382 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The Kansas Judicial system acknowledges the inconvenience caused and remains dedicated to ensuring the security and privacy of individuals involved. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious communication related to the incident.
