The Marin Housing Authority reported that online criminals stole $950,000 meant for public housing rehabilitation, emphasizing efforts to recover the lost funds and ensure project continuity.
Kimberly Carroll, director of the Marin Housing Authority, stated the theft won't stop renovation processes and assured that there will be no impact on services for residents.
Jason Balderama noted the investigation is ongoing, with collaboration from cybersecurity agencies to strengthen defenses, acknowledging the prevalence of phishing attacks as a significant threat.
Investigators suspect that a phishing attack compromised the agency's email accounts, emphasizing the importance of security measures such as two-factor authentication to prevent future breaches.
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