Meriden Cyberattack May Have Exposed Data of 2,325 Residents
A cyberattack on Meriden’s network may have exposed personal information belonging to 2,325 residents, according to state records reported Sept. 17.
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Fake Outlook Calendar Invitations Are Stealing Passwords Across Connecticut — What to Know About 'Quishing'
A phishing campaign using fake Microsoft Outlook calendar invitations with embedded QR codes is targeting users nationwide, and Connecticut law enforcement is sounding the alarm. The scam, flagged by Wethersfield Police on March 23, uses a fraudulent "Final Notice: Payroll Acknowledgement Required" invite to redirect victims to a fake Microsoft 365 login page. The warning arrives amid a wave of scams hitting CT residents in early 2026, including fraudulent DMV text messages and W-2 season phishing attempts.
Meriden City Network Still Offline Weeks After February Cyber Incident
Meriden's city network has been partly offline since a Feb. 17, 2026 cybersecurity incident. Emergency dispatch was moved to the State Police Academy, and full recovery has no confirmed timeline.