Colorado Public Defender Struggles to Recover After Ransomware Attack, Data Security in Question

**Executive Summary:** In February 2024 the Colorado State Public Defender was hit by a ransomware incident that locked systems and may have led to unauthorized copying of sensitive personal data (names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license/ID numbers, medical and health insurance information); OSPD disabled its network to contain the malware, has restored some services (email and trial office access), and is investigating while providing resources to affected individuals.