In a social media post, the NGCB confirmed that the reason the public-facing website it shares with the Nevada Gaming Commission has been inaccessible for the past few days is due to a targeted cyber attack. However, it noted that the attack did not result in any loss of sensitive data.
Nevada Gaming Control Board Website Target of Cyber AttackThe Board, in a statement posted on social media, said:
“Technology personnel initiated immediate steps to protect the website by taking it offline. The board is working with experts to thoroughly assess the situation. While working to restore the full website, the board is preparing to publish a temporary website for those seeking access to information.”
The Nevada Gaming Commission’s monthly meeting proceeded as scheduled, with no mention of the incident. Reports in local press suggest that the NGCB is working on a temporary website that will be live as soon as possible.
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