Ransomware Attack Shuts Down Largest US Trial Court

The Superior Court of Los Angeles County was closed Monday after a ransomware attack crippled its computer system. The disruption forced all 36 courthouses to shut down, but they are set to reopen on Tuesday. Preliminary investigations show no evidence of compromised user data.

A ransomware attack forced the closure of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County on Monday, the largest unified superior court in the US.

The court's computer system was shut down to protect data and ensure future security after discovering the attack early Friday.

Officials stated the county's 36 courthouses will reopen Tuesday, though users should expect delays due to limited functionality.