Ransomware Group rhysida Hits: Pierce Township
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Pierce Township — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group rhysida. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-14T10:00:16.686977+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Pierce Township |
| Threat Group | rhysida |
| Summary | Pierce Township Pierce Township is a growing community in Ohio that blends rural charm with suburban living, covering 23.5 square miles and home to over 16,000 residents.We are pleased to present:Judicial materials – Grand Jury subpoena response incl. hospital records (Mercy Hospital), public records requests, fire investigation reportsEmployee PII – Social Security numbers (SSA-1945, W-4, Ohio Tax forms), CDL licenses, health insurance waivers, new-hire packetsLegal settlements – Logan Creek v. Pierce Township, Purdue opioid settlement, easement and lease agreementsFinancial records – budgets, tax levies, appropriation reports, invoices, paymentsInternal email archives of township officials and administration More |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-14T09:59:40.450441+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-14T10:00:16.686977+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | piercetownship.org |
| Business Sector | Government & Defense |
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Disclaimer
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