Cyber Incident Victim: Město Kraslice
Date:
Apr 2025
Location:
Czechia
Summary
The municipal office of Kraslice experienced a ransomware attack on its computer network, which forced several systems and electronic services into a limited operating mode. As a result, access to some online services was restricted and email communication faced delays or temporary unavailability. The office stated that it is working with cybersecurity specialists and the Police of the Czech Republic to mitigate the effects and restore full functionality while protecting personal data. No further details were disclosed due to the ongoing investigation.
| CIA Posture | Motives | Tactics, Techniques & Procedures |
|---|---|---|
| Available to members | 2 motives | 1 technique |
| Threat Actors | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0 actors | Available to members | Available to members |
Description
iDNES.cz published anarticle on 15 April 2025 with the headline “Radnice v Kraslicích čelí kybernetickému útoku, funguje v omezeném režimu” indicating that the town hall of Kraslice was facing a cyber attack and was operating in a limited mode. The article’s timestamp and title confirm that the incident was reported by the outlet on that date. This public report alerted readers to the disruption affecting municipal services.
The official notice posted on the city of Kraslice website on 16 April 2025 at 09:24 informed citizens that a cyber attack had occurred on the computer network of the Municipal Office Kraslice. According to the notice the attack involved ransomware which temporarily limited the operation of some systems and electronic services. It stated that access to certain online services could be restricted, that e‑mail communication might be delayed or unavailable, and that office work was functioning in a limited regime. The notice urged citizens to be patient and understanding while the situation was addressed.
The notice further explained that the municipality was working intensively with cybersecurity experts and the Police of the Czech Republic to resolve the incident, and that due to the ongoing investigation no additional details could be released. It emphasized that protecting personal data and restoring full operation were the municipality’s priorities. The notice concluded by stating that further developments would be communicated through official channels and that the notice had been last updated on 16 April 2025 at 09:26.