MDC Responds to Suspicious Cybersecurity Activity with Incident Response Team Activation

The Missouri Department of Conservation reported suspicious activity on a data server and has activated its Incident Response Team while working with a third-party cybersecurity vendor to investigate and remediate potential issues; no confirmed data breach or technical indicators are provided, though the department may notify stakeholders if personal data is affected. The report also cites a 2022 audit that identified department-wide cybersecurity weaknesses, underscoring the need for improved security measures.