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Abilene Cyberattack Disrupts Services Amid Rising Threats

4/22/2025

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In Abilene, Texas, a cyberattack prompted the city to shut down key systems on Friday, leaving card payment services offline. While emergency services continue to function, officials are probing the extent of the breach and reassuring residents that overdue accounts will not face disconnection. This incident underscores the rising tide of cyber threats across Texas.

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Story summary

In Abilene, Texas, a cyberattack prompted the city to shut down key systems on Friday, leaving card payment services offline. While emergency services continue to function, officials are probing the extent of the breach and reassuring residents that overdue accounts will not face disconnection. This incident underscores the rising tide of cyber threats across Texas.