Princeton, Texas officials announced that two independent assessments concluded there was no unauthorized entry into city systems. This update follows a report issued on Sept. 18, in which the city disclosed a potential cybersecurity incident involving possible access to municipal data and infrastructure.
In a statement released Wednesday, city leaders confirmed the results of the initial investigations. While the findings indicated that no breach occurred, the city is not ending its inquiry. Officials stated they have engaged an additional independent cybersecurity firm to perform a comprehensive forensic review. This third-party analysis aims to determine the specific nature of the incident and what transpired during the period in question.
City representatives emphasized that the security of municipal data systems is a priority. They noted that the city remains dedicated to a thorough and responsible investigation into the matter. Officials added that further details will be shared once verified findings from the ongoing forensic review are available.
The initial alert regarding the potential security issue was first communicated to the public on Sept. 18. Since then, the city has relied on external experts to evaluate the integrity of its digital infrastructure. The decision to commission a second, more detailed forensic review reflects the city's approach to ensuring all aspects of the incident are examined before concluding the investigation.
