St. Paul Cyberattack

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Hi everyone! 

Welcome back to Cyber Secure Weekly Blog. This week, we’re talking about something big that happened right here in Minnesota a real cyberattack on the City of St. Paul.

What Happened?

In late July 2025, the city of St. Paul was hit by a cyberattack. Hackers broke into the city’s computer systems. It wasn’t just a glitch — it was a serious attack by people who knew what they were doing.

To protect the city, officials had to shut down internet, emails, and Wi-Fi in city buildings like libraries and offices. City workers had to go back to pen and paper!

Who Responded?

Because this attack was so serious, the Minnesota National Guard’s cyber team was called in. This is the first time they’ve been used like this inside the state.

The FBI and FEMA are also helping investigate. The goal: find out who did this and make sure it doesn’t happen again.

What Services Were Affected?

  •  Public Wi-Fi stopped working

  • City employees couldn’t access emails or systems

  • Emergency services like 911 kept working, but had delays

  • City websites and online services went offline

What Can We Learn?

This attack shows how even local governments can be targets. Cybercriminals don’t just go after big businesses. They go after cities too.

So it’s a good reminder for all of us:

  • Keep your passwords strong

  • Don’t click on strange links or emails

  • Stay alert and learn basic cybersecurity steps

Final Thought

Cybersecurity isn’t just for tech experts but it’s for everyone. What happened in St. Paul is a warning, but it’s also a chance to get smarter and safer online.

Stay safe and see you next week!
— Your Cyber Secure Weekly Blog Team 💙


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