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Attackers hit BAE Systems, disrupting federal bankruptcy court notices

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Empty courthouse corridor with a dark notice board.

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The short version

  • The attack hit government contractor BAE Systems.
  • The Administrative Office of the US Courts says the notice system for bankruptcy courts is down.
  • The source does not say who was behind the attack or when service will return.

What happened

The Administrative Office of the US Courts says a cyberattack on government contractor BAE Systems has taken down the notice system used by federal bankruptcy courts. BleepingComputer reports the disruption.

Why it might matter

Creditors, debtors and lawyers who rely on court notices may face delays. It also shows how a contractor breach can affect public services.

What we don’t know yet

The source does not identify the attackers, the scope of any data access, or a restoration timeline.