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Thomasville investigating ‘potential cybersecurity threat'
THOMASVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — The City of Thomasville is investigating after a potential breach of the city's cybersecurity, according to a city news release.
On Wednesday, the city announced it is investigating a 'potential cybersecurity threat' involving 'its municipal systems.'
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The city identified 'suspicious activity within the city's digital infrastructure,' and took 'immediate action' to contain the situation.
City IT is working with third-party cybersecurity experts to learn more and identify if sensitive information was accessed or compromised. If investigators discover that any personal information was affected, officials will contact the affected individuals directly and provide guidance and support.
While the team investigates and works on strengthening security protocols, the city says that certain systems may be temporarily disrupted out of an abundance of caution. Public safety and other essential services will not be interrupted.
'We take the security of our systems and the privacy of our residents very seriously,' saidThomasville City Manager Michael Brandt in a statement. 'Our top priority is to protect the integrity of our information systems and ensure transparency with the public.'Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
