The cyberattack on Rhode Island’s online social services portal may have compromised personal and private information of hundreds of thousands, with hackers demanding a ransom.
Governor McKee revealed that the state is in talks with the hackers through a negotiator hired by a contractor, acknowledging the risk of data exposure.
Despite the threats from the hackers, the government generally recommends against paying ransom, sparking questions about the aims of the negotiations.
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