SIRTOM du Laonnois

SIRTOM du Laonnois, also known by its alias, is a French intercommunal syndicate responsible for the collection and treatment of household waste. The organisation operates within the Laonnois area, providing waste management services to the resident population and local businesses. As a public service entity, it adheres to regional environmental regulations and contractual obligations with member municipalities. Its activities include the organisation of waste collection routes, operation of sorting and recycling facilities, and management of landfill or incineration processes. The syndicate maintains standard service hours and offers multiple contact channels for users to report issues or request information. No specific figures regarding the number of employees or the volume of waste processed are disclosed in the available sources.

On January 17, 2023, SIRTOM du Laonnois suffered a ransomware attack that encrypted personal data stored on its servers. During the incident, some of the compromised data was confirmed to have been transferred externally, although the exact content, volume, and destination remain unidentified. The breach raised concerns about potential identity theft, malicious email campaigns, and unauthorized access to accounts. Following detection, the organisation implemented immediate containment measures with the assistance of external IT specialists. Additional security protocols have been put in place to strengthen data protection and reduce the likelihood of future incidents. Despite the attack, SIRTOM du Laonnois continues to operate in a degraded capacity while preserving regular service hours and contact points for the public.