Eyguières Municipality Targeted in Reported Qilin Ransomware Attack
Summary
A French report says a Qilin ransomware attack put Eyguières’ municipal systems out of service and threatened municipal and resident data. Gendarmes are investigating and aim to restore secure server use.
Key points
- The report says the municipality of Eyguières has been targeted since May 22, 2026.
- Municipal electronic systems were reported out of service, with communal and residents’ data threatened.
- The report attributes the attack to Qilin ransomware and says the attackers’ alleged objective was to create false identities for fraud.
- Gendarmes in Salon are investigating; the reported goal is to restore the attacked server and secure its use.
- The report says the ransom amount was unknown.
Article Details
- Victim Organization
- Eyguières town hall
- Incident Type
- Ransomware cyberattack
- Incident Date
- 2026-05-22
- Data Types Exposed
- Municipal data (reported at risk; exposure not confirmed)
- Residents' personal data (reported at risk; exposure not confirmed)
- Operational Impact
- The attack reportedly disabled the town hall's entire electronic system. Investigators aimed to restore the attacked server and secure its use.
- Ransom Or Extortion
- The article reports use of ransomware and says the ransom amount was unknown. It does not confirm whether data was stolen or published.
- Claim Status
- confirmed