Phishing incident affects emails in Uppsala municipality

Uppsala municipality has experienced a phishing incident affecting some users' emails, including sends to external recipients. The municipality is investigating the extent and taking measures.

Uppsala municipality reports a phishing incident that has affected certain users' emails. The incident includes emails sent to external recipients. According to the municipality's official statement, they are currently investigating the scope of the event and implementing measures. The news is being updated on their website. No further details on the number of affected users or the timeline of the incident have been released yet.

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