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Maryland Transit Probes Cyber Incident Disrupting Rider Information and Paratransit Scheduling

Maryland activated its emergency operations center to coordinate the response.

An MTA bus rides along Eastern Avenue in Highlandtown.  June 24, 2022
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Overview

  • The MTA reported unauthorized access to specific systems and opened a forensic investigation with the Department of Information Technology, third‑party cybersecurity firms and law enforcement.
  • Mobility Paratransit cannot book new trips or rebook existing ones, but previously scheduled rides for this week will be honored and eligible users are directed to use Call‑A‑Ride.
  • Real‑time updates and call center support are unavailable, so passengers, including students, are advised to arrive early and allow extra travel time.
  • Baltimore Metro Subway elevators are out of service because emergency phones are offline, which the agency says requires temporary shutdowns for safety.
  • The Statewide Emergency Operations Center is active to coordinate MTA, DoIT and other state agencies as remediation work continues and core transit services operate.