Cyberattack Disrupts Albemarle County Operations in Virginia, Internet Shut Down to Contain Threat
Government operations in Albemarle County, Virginia—home to Charlottesville and the University of Virginia—were disrupted following a cybersecurity incident detected earlier in the week of June 9, 2025. On June 12, county officials disclosed the event publicly, confirming that internet access was intentionally severed at key government buildings, including