Ransomware at the New Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office: What’s at Stake for Law Enforcement
When ransomware hit the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office in September 2025, core jail systems stayed online thanks to segmentation—but other networks were disrupted. The attack is a wake-up call for law enforcement agencies everywhere: protecting criminal justice data, inmate records, and even detainee health information is mission critical. In this blog, we break down what happened, what’s at risk, and the practical steps agencies can take to strengthen defenses while staying compliant with CJIS, HIPAA, and other regulations.