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North Carolina Ports confirms cyberattack disrupting operations

August 7, 2026·Source: BleepingComputer
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TL;DR

The North Carolina Ports Authority has confirmed that a cyberattack disrupted IT systems and slowed operations at Port of Wilmington, Port of Morehead City, and Charlotte Inland Port. [...]

What Happened

North Carolina Ports confirms cyberattack disrupting operations, reported by BleepingComputer.

The North Carolina Ports Authority has confirmed that a cyberattack disrupted IT systems and slowed operations at Port of Wilmington, Port of Morehead City, and Charlotte Inland Port. [...]

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