In a recent government meeting, council members addressed the financial repercussions of a cyber attack that resulted in an estimated revenue loss of approximately $100,000. The discussion highlighted the need for improved cybersecurity measures, particularly the implementation of a Managed Firewall Architecture (MFA) to prevent future breaches.

The cyber attack, which initially infiltrated the email server, later compromised the SQL Server housing in-house applications. Fortunately, applications not hosted internally remained unaffected. The council is currently exploring insurance options to cover potential losses, contingent upon the completion of the MFA implementation.

Public testimony was provided by Donald Sakamoto, a strong advocate for public transportation, who expressed concern over the financial impact of the cyber attack. He referenced a previous presentation by Director Roger Morton, which indicated a total revenue loss of $300,000 over a two-week period. Sakamoto noted that the system downtime caught many users off guard, particularly those relying on the handy van service, as they were unprepared to pay without using their holo cards.

The meeting concluded with no further comments from the administration, but council members expressed gratitude for the support of their clerks and the public's engagement in the discussion. The council remains committed to addressing the challenges posed by the cyber attack and ensuring the resilience of public services.