The First Judicial Circuit’s investigation of its October 2 “information technology security event” is ongoing and the circuit is “committed to providing information about the incident, our response, and steps for potentially impacted individuals to follow for protection against the possibility of identity theft or fraud,” according to Trial Court Administrator Kasey Watson.

“The Circuit takes this incident very seriously and is using this opportunity to further strengthen our policies, practices, and technology to protect against future attacks,” Watson said in a statement issued last week.

Watson said upon detecting suspicious activity on its network, the circuit responded and temporarily disconnected computer systems to mitigate risk to sensitive information. Circuit administration began investigating the cyber incident, including coordinating with law enforcement authorities, and utilizing Mandiant, a cybersecurity firm, to assist the circuit in forensic investigation and remediation efforts.