Lee Enterprises confirmed that a recent cyberattack on its network involved ransomware, with attackers encrypting critical applications and stealing files. The attack disrupted operations at 75 newspapers, affecting print distribution, subscriptions, and internal systems, though most core products have now resumed normal operations. The company is investigating whether sensitive data was compromised and expects a phased recovery over the coming weeks. While the financial impact remains uncertain, Lee has cybersecurity insurance to cover incident response, business interruption, and potential regulatory fines. No ransomware group has publicly claimed responsibility, and it is unclear whether Lee has paid or will pay a ransom. Continue here.
