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Cyberattack Fallout as Tech Director Retires
As Columbus’s tech director Sam Orth retires after two years of leading the city through a devastating ransomware attack that impacted thousands, city council honored his calm leadership — even as they admit the full scope of the breach remains hidden. Despite Orth’s $190K salary and years of silence since the incident, no promised breach report or requested records have surfaced — even as taxpayer-funded lawyers sift through thousands of documents. With Pam O’Grady now interim director and major cybersecurity upgrades underway, the city vows to hold a public hearing once the report finally…
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