The computer systems of Clearfield city were compromised in a ransomware attack. The hackers encrypted the city's computer systems and kept them hostage for millions of dollars to give them their backup files. The security department of the city immediately took the systems and computers offline to contain the attack. The Police and fire dispatch services were slightly disturbed due to the attack.

The computer network of Clearfield County was hit by a ransomware that compromised the personal information for certain individuals. The attackers had accessed thepersonal information including name, date of birth, address, and Social Security number of the individuals. The county started investigating the incident and informed the impacted individuals to report back any suspicious activity.