Wood County, Ohio data breach
Incident readout
- Company
- Wood County, Ohio
- Reported to
- Maryland Attorney General
- Filed
- February 25, 2025
- People affected
- Not stated in the filing
- Incident type in filing
- Not stated
- Our review
- Investigation Open
Was this a ransomware attack?
The filing does not say ransomware was involved. We do not label an incident ransomware unless the company’s report says so. Whatever the cause, the steps to protect yourself and the legal question are the same.
What we know
Wood County, Ohio, appears to be a government entity responsible for providing public services, maintaining vital records, and managing administrative operations for its residents. As a local government body, the county typically collects and stores sensitive personal information, including social security numbers, tax records, property data, and various identification details required for public administration. This data breach was officially reported to the Maryland Attorney General in 2025, triggering a formal notification process for those impacted. If you received a data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal information held within the county's systems may have been accessed or acquired by an unauthorized party. We recommend reviewing the letter carefully to understand the specific scope of the incident and the protective measures being offered.
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