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Brescia's Cyberattack and Response
The city of Brescia in Italy suffered a major ransomware attack in 2021, leading to a significant cybersecurity upgrade project funded by the Italian government.
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Artificial IntelligenceCybersecurityItalyCybercrimeRansomwareGovernment Funding
Municipality Of BresciaItalian Department For Digital TransformationNational Cybersecurity AgencyPolizia Postale
- How did Brescia respond to the cyberattack?
- Following the attack, Brescia implemented a cybersecurity plan funded by the Italian government's National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), allocating 1.5 million euros for improvements.
- What services were affected by the cyberattack on Brescia?
- The attack affected various municipal services, including email, procurement, building permits, schools, and cemeteries, causing significant disruption.
- What is the overall context regarding cybercrime in the Brescia area?
- Brescia's experience highlights the rising cybercrime rates in Italy, with Brescia province ranking first among Italian provinces for cybercrimes in 2023, according to Il Sole 24 Ore.
- What happened to the city of Brescia's digital infrastructure in March 2021?
- The municipality of Brescia, Italy, suffered a ransomware attack in March 2021 that crippled its systems and resulted in a 1.3 million euro ransom demand, which was not paid.
- What funding was obtained for the cybersecurity project, and what are the project's key goals?
- The 18-month project includes initiatives such as strategic cybersecurity planning, risk management, incident response, digital identity management, and staff training.