Fulton Co. Cyberattack Not Related To 'Election Process': Officials

ATLANTA, GA — Fulton County officials say there is no evidence that a recent cybersecurity threat that targeted county offices was "related to the election process or other current events."

County officials said Monday efforts continued through the weekend to restore systems affected by a Jan. 29 cyberattack. Both local and federal authorities have been notified of the attack and external experts have been helping to investigate and assist during recovery.

The cyberattack came amid the Fulton prosecution of former U.S. President Donald Trump and 18 others who are accused of trying to interfere with the 2020 election and overturn Georgia's results in the election. Trump has publicly denied claims made against him and pleaded not guilty of racketeering charges.

"The Fulton County IT team has made significant progress over the weekend in bringing certain services back online – but there is still more work to complete in order to make a full recovery, which will take time," county officials said in a news release.

The county said information must be limited due to the ongoing probe; however, officials noted public safety and the support of essential services are a priority.

As of Monday, limited phone services were available with county officials compiling a list of service contacts for residents.

Additionally, the Offices of the Board of Assessors are accepting homestead exemption applications through a manual process.

Fulton County Boards of Equalization hearings will return Tuesday with some modification.

Meanwhile, the Fulton County Superior Court are continuing to issue marriage licenses and marriage certificates with county officials adding, "Friday weddings will take place as scheduled."

All probate services, excluding new Weapons Carry License applications and Permanent Adult Guardianships, are being offered.

Emergency services, including Emergency Guardianships and Orders to Apprehend/ Involuntary Treatment, also resume.

"Fulton County will continue to share updates on the restoration progress as services are brought back online. We thank our residents and partners for their patience as we navigate through our recovery," county officials said in the release.