Ransomware detected on Wood County government computer network [Video]

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — The Wood County Information Technology Department detected ransomware on the county government’s computer network on Monday, according to a press release from the county’s emergency management agency.

Fire and emergency services, including 911, are still operating as county staff and law enforcement, as well as national cybersecurity and data forensics consultants looped in by the county commissioners, investigate the incident and any effects it may have had.

“Ransomware is a type of malicious software—or malware—that prevents you from accessing your computer files, systems, or networks and demands you pay a ransom for their return,” according to the FBI’s website. “Ransomware attacks can cause costly disruptions to operations and the loss of critical information and data.”

“The Wood County Commissioners are grateful to have some of …