A ransomware attack had targeted the House of Representatives system that is used in dozens of offices, the Punchbowl News reports.
IConstituent had been the target of a ransomware attack that lasted several weeks and continues to impact its functioning.
The Chief Administrative Officer of the House is currently working to fix the issues but insists that it remains unclear whether or not larger House IT systems have been hacked.
“The threats are serious and they are increasing,” Cybersecurity Adviser Anne Neuberger said in a letter to company leaders.
“We urge you to take these critical steps to protect your organizations and the American public.”
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki had said that the cyber-attacks that grew disturbing and recurrent against American firms are the President’s top priority.
“But we can’t do it alone,” Psaki said. “Business leaders have a responsibility to strengthen their cyber defenses to protect the American public and our economy.”
