BRIEFRansomwarehighP60
Boston Electric and Telephone hit by Play ransomware group
Boston Electric and Telephone
Detected16 July 2026 · 19:40 UTC
The US telecommunications company Boston Electric and Telephone has been hit by a ransomware attack carried out by the Play group. This incident could disrupt critical communication services and affect thousands of customers. The sector's criticality raises concerns about potential impact on vital infrastructure.
CategoryRansomware
Severityhigh
Priority score60
Detected16 July 2026 · 19:40 UTC
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