The City of Hoboken was the victim of a ransomware attack in the early hours of Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, per a Nixle alert sent out by the City just after 10AM.
Due to the cyber attack, Hoboken City Hall, located at 94 Washington Street, was closed on Wednesday, November 27th. All online City services were suspended. Municipal Court was canceled for the day, and street sweeping was also suspended for the rest of the day. All other parking regulations remained in effect. Waste collection took place and Recreation programs continued as scheduled for the day.
December 1st Update
As of 4:18PM on Sunday, December 1st, the City was continuing to work in partnership with federal law enforcement, the Hoboken Police Department (HPD), the City’s IT Division, and third-party IT specialists to investigate and restore services following the November 26th cyber attack.
Per a Nixle alert from the City on December 1st, the majority of services for residents remain available online, including purchasing Temporary No Parking signs, parking permits, and other services provided by third-party vendors. The Hoboken Parking Utility service window is open for regular hours as of Monday, December 2nd, and will be accepting cash or check payments.
All parking regulations and enforcement, including street sweeping, are in effect as of Monday, December 2nd.
Residents are encouraged to contact City departments and divisions by phone, as some city systems including email and Wi-Fi are still being restored.
- To contact the City Clerk’s Office, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 2000
- To contact the Office of Constituent Services, please call 201-420-2000 ext.1311
- To contact the Hoboken Parking Utility, please call 201-653-1919 ext. 8001
- To contact the Division of Housing, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 5203
- To contact the Division of Health, please call 201-420-2375
- To contact the Division of Sanitation, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 4000
- To contact the Division of Engineering or Water Utility, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 8028
- To contact the Zoning Office, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 3100
- To contact the Division of Recreation, please call 201-420-2000 ext. 5002
- To contact the Office of Senior Services, please call 201-420-2054
- For other City departments, please visit the City’s website at hobokennj.gov for phone numbers or call the general city information line at 201-420-2000.
December 4th Update
Per a Nixle alert from the City just after 12:30PM on Wednesday, December 4th, the City of Hoboken continues to make progress recovering from last week’s cyber attack. The City is actively working with the Hoboken Police Department, federal law enforcement agencies, and IT specialists to thoroughly investigate the cause and extent of the incident.
The Hoboken Parking Utility service window has resumed accepting credit card payments, and the majority of City staff and departments can now be contacted via email. Response times may be delayed.
At this time, the Office of Vital Statistics and Licensing can be reached by phone only at 201-420-2040.
December 5th Update
Per a Nixle alert from the City just at 11AM on Thursday, December 5th, the City continues to recover and restore all systems following the cyber attack, working with partners in federal law enforcement and IT specialists.
As always and due to an abundance of caution, individuals are encouraged to monitor and protect themselves from any unusual activity on any personal accounts.
Click here for a helpful article on identity theft from the Federal Trade Commission.
December 6th Update
Per NJ.com, Russia-linked ransomware group ThreeAM (also known as 3AM) has claimed responsibility for the attack at Hoboken City Hall, but has not made its demands from the City public. NJ.com also reports that “social security numbers, driver’s licenses, payroll, health and other personal information of Hoboken workers and residents ― including dozens who applied for rental assistance during the pandemic ― was among the data stolen in the cyberattack.”
Just before 5:45PM on Friday, December 6th, the City released the following statement about the ransomware attack via a Nixle alert:
“As we informed you earlier, the City of Hoboken was the victim of a ransomware incident that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024. We want to assure the community that the incident was detected by the City’s cybersecurity systems and steps were immediately taken to contain it and secure the network. This included temporarily shutting down the City’s IT network and systematically bringing it back online, as guided by IT experts, with minimal disruption to City services.
The City of Hoboken is currently working with cybersecurity specialists and federal law enforcement to determine the source, scope, and nature of the incident. The City has continued to take this incident seriously and is working to further minimize its impact. We are committed to keeping the community informed and will release more information as it is confirmed and available. If the City determines that personal identification information has been compromised, the City will make every effort to notify potentially impacted individuals. The City remains fully committed to minimizing any impact to the community and services.”
December 8th Update
Per a Nixle alert, the City of Hoboken has opened a call center regarding the ransomware incident.
A dedicated phone line has been established for residents, employees, or any other individuals with questions or concerns regarding the recent cybersecurity incident targeting the City of Hoboken. The call center will offer credit monitoring and identity protection services. The number is 1-833-799-4365 and it will operate Monday through Friday from 8AM to 8PM.
This is a developing story. The Hoboken Girl has reached out to the City of Hoboken and this piece will be updated with any further comments.
Hoboken + Jersey City Businesses Hosting Los Angeles Fire Relief Efforts
Since January 7th, wildfires have burned across Los Angeles, destroying residential property and county structures, and affecting the lives of thousands. Cities from the West Coast to the East Coast have pitched in to aid where they can, including Hoboken and Jersey City. From donation drives to fundraisers, Hudson County stepped up, and there are multiple businesses and organizations in the area that continue to accept donations. Read on for where to donate in Hoboken + Jersey City to help those affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles, California.
Local Spots Accepting Donations
Another Man's Treasure | 195 Montgomery Street, Jersey City
Another Man’s Treasure has locations in Jersey City and Los Angeles. This vintage spot shared via Instagram that it is donating a portion of its proceeds from its JC location toward relief efforts in Los Angeles and Pasadena. In addition to operating as a donation drop-off center, a portion of AMT's LA location is functioning as a "free shop," where those affected by the fires can take what they need at no cost.
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Completely Booked | Based in Hoboken
Completely Booked, a book club run by Jordan Hernandez (an HG writer!), will host a book swap on January 30th from 7PM to 9PM at Mojo Coffee's Bloomfield Street location. A ticket to this event costs $15 and includes an entry to the swap, a hot drink bar provided by Mojo Coffee, desserts from Double Dough, and a donation to World Central Kitchen, an organization providing meals to first responders and families affected by the LA fires. See this link to purchase a ticket.
River Street Garage | 80 River Street, Hoboken
Do Good Donuts and Double Dough will join the Hoboken community in supporting relief efforts on January 19th. From 3PM to 6PM, locals should stop by River Street Garage for donuts made by Do Good Donuts and cookies from Double Dough. All proceeds made from this sale will be donated to World Central Kitchen.
Sirena | 581 Jersey Avenue, Jersey City
Sirena, a California-based women's clothing and accessory spot in Jersey City, will donate 100% of its proceeds from January 12th to January 15th to World Central Kitchen. Hudson County locals can shop for a cause daily from 10AM to 6PM.
St. Mary Advocates | 536 Garden Street, Hoboken
Locals can "Thrift for Relief" on January 15th and January 18th at St. Mary Advocates in Hoboken. All proceeds from those two days will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Rumble Boxing | 1202 Shipyard Lane, Hoboken
Rumble Boxing in Hoboken accepting donations of water, clothing, blankets, and non-perishable food items, like canned or boxed products. Locals can drop off their donations at Rumble Boxing's front desk at 1202 Shipyard Lane. This business will send all items directly to Los Angeles.
Past Events
These local spots held donation events over the weekend of January 11th. While these events have passed, The Hoboken Girl wants to applaud them for their good deeds.
Bake Sale at The Hive
The Hive, along with eight other bakeries in New York City + New Jersey, held a bake sale to raise funds for LA residents in need. On January 12th, Hoboken locals were able to buy all kinds of treats, and in doing so, helped raise money for those affected by the fires.
Donations at Washington General Store
Washington General Store in Hoboken accepted donations from locals over the past weekend. The store received tons of clothes, new underwear, socks, bath supplies, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and other essentials — so many items that it is holding donations until further notice.
Fundraiser Yoga Classes at Sol Spirit
This yoga studio held fundraiser classes at its Montclair and Jersey City locations on January 12th. All proceeds from its fundraiser classes went towards the American Red Cross's LA fire relief efforts. Sol Spirits was able to raise $468 from class attendees and matched the amount in full.
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Margs for California
Porta in Montclair and Jersey City hosted a fundraiser to support the victims of the fires in LA. From January 10th to January 12th, all proceeds from margarita pizzas were donated to World Central Kitchen.
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