City Administrator Jeff Dingman Provides Update on Cybersecurity Event
Fort Smith, AR - On August 16, 2026, the City of Fort Smith identified a cybersecurity event affecting portions of its network. The City immediately began working with cybersecurity specialists and its federal and state partners to investigate the event, secure its systems, and determine the extent of the activity.
Please see below for an update regarding the cybersecurity event from City Administrator Jeff Dingman:
"The forensic investigation of the cybersecurity event is nearing conclusion, and we have assurance that the threat has been contained. The investigation determined that an unauthorized threat actor accessed the City’s systems through the Fort Smith Police Department and exfiltrated certain data. The City has identified how the threat actor gained access to its systems and the scope of the information accessed.
With the forensic investigation nearing completion, the City is reviewing the information involved and applicable notification requirements to determine what additional information should or must be provided to the public or other affected parties.
Throughout this process, the City worked carefully to restore systems only when they can be returned to service safely. Several systems have been restored, including payment systems at City Hall, Fort Smith District Court, and the Fort Smith Landfill. All public-facing City services are online. The City will continue restoring additional systems carefully and deliberately.
In light of this event, the City is committed to implementing additional security measures and ensuring the integrity of our data and systems."
The City appreciates the public’s patience as we worked through this event. Protecting City systems and the information entrusted to the City remains a priority, and we will provide additional updates as appropriate.
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The City of Fort Smith is committed to providing high-quality, resident-focused services for the advancement of a thriving community. Our vision is to be a dynamic, business, family, and military-friendly destination that welcomes people from all over the world
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