G
eorgia’s Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA), which manages the state’s central real‑estate index, announced on Sunday that it has been hit by a sophisticated ransomware attack. The agency has activated “defensive security protocols,” temporarily shutting down its website and related services. The authority confirmed a “credible and ongoing cybersecurity threat” but has not disclosed whether any sensitive data was compromised or if a ransom was demanded or paid. The incident underscores the growing risk to critical public databases. The GSCCCA’s decision to restrict access is intended to contain the breach and protect the integrity of the real‑estate records. The agency is working with cybersecurity experts to assess the damage and restore services. No information has yet been released about the extent of the attack or the identity of the perpetrators. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority remains the sole operator of the state’s real‑estate index, making this breach a significant concern for property transactions across Georgia.