Ransomware Attack Disrupts Swedish Municipal Services

According to Foresight News, Swedish IT supplier Miljödata has been hit by a ransomware attack, affecting approximately 200 municipal departments, which account for about 80% of Sweden's 290 municipalities. The attack has rendered critical services such as HR, sick leave reporting, and work environment management systems inaccessible. The attackers have reportedly demanded a ransom of 1.5 bitcoins, equivalent to around $168,000, to prevent the disclosure of potentially stolen sensitive data, including medical certificates, rehabilitation plans, and workplace injury information. Miljödata CEO Erik Hallén confirmed the attack on August 25 and stated that the company is collaborating with external experts to investigate and restore the systems. As of now, no ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the attack, and Swedish police along with CERT-SE (Computer Emergency Response Team) are involved in the investigation.