On February 16, 2026, the City of Cocoa identified technical issues affecting certain information technology systems. The ransomware group Inc claimed responsibility for the attack and posted sample stolen documents as proof; however, city officials have not confirmed the group's claim or the exfiltration of data.
The specific types of data exposed and the number of individuals affected remain unclear. While Inc claims data was stolen from servers, the city has not detailed any compromise of sensitive information such as SSN, medical, or financial data, nor has it issued any breach notification letters or filed with the State Attorney General. The incident disrupted utility payments, with online payments working but cash not being accepted temporarily, and some service requests were inaccessible.
Details can emerge later, and notices may be delayed. There are no reports of class action lawsuits or further updates beyond the initial incident.