Ohio Lottery Disrupted by “Cybersecurity Incident” Over Christmas Weekend
The Ohio Lottery announced Wednesday that the state lottery’s computer systems were disrupted by a “cyber security” incident Christmas Eve that is still affecting the lottery. Retail sales of draw games and scratch tickets were not affected, however cashing of winning tickets over $599 via mobile or at ‘super retailers’ has been affected. The lottery commission said it disconnected “key systems to contain the issue.”
An investigation is taking place.
Ohio Lottery evening drawing,, December 25, 2023, screen image.
A statement posted to the Ohio Lottery site says:
SECURITY INCIDENT UPDATE
The Ohio Lottery recently experienced a cybersecurity event affecting our computer systems. Upon learning of the issue, we took precautionary steps to protect our environment,
