Personal information compromised in ransomware attack, PRT says; individuals impacted to be notified

PITTSBURGH — Anyone whose information may have been compromised in the ransomware attack on Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s computer network will soon be notified.

In an update on Jan. 17, the transit company says it posted a notice on its website about the attack and is mailing written notifications to identified affected individuals.

The ransomware attack took place on Dec. 19 and took PRT’s systems offline. Officials say by Dec. 27, they determined that personal information was affected by the incident and began reviewing identified data to determine the information involved. So far, they’ve determined that the data contains Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers related to some current or former PRT employees and PRT job applicants.

PRT’s data review is ongoing. Once it’s done PRT will provide the required written notice to any additional affected individuals and will offer complimentary credit monitoring services where appropriate. Anyone who may have had their information compromised is encouraged to closely monitor financial accounts and credit reports, and inform local law enforcement of any unusual activity.

“The privacy and security of the information we maintain is very important to us, and we remain committed to doing everything we can to maintain the confidentiality of such information,” said PRT CEO Katharine Kelleman. “Our team is working tirelessly to restore systems securely and strengthen our defenses.”

Additionally, PRT continues closely monitoring its systems, data and network access. Officials are also making changes to the network to prevent any future incidents.

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