Nevada Cyberattack Shuts Down DMV, Welfare, and State Services, Clark County Confirms

LAS VEGAS — A cyberattack in Nevada has shut down multiple state services, including the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and welfare systems, according to an official confirmation from Clark County. The outage has disrupted access to vital services, leaving thousands of residents across the state without digital access to records, benefits, and appointments.

The confirmation came directly from Clark County’s official Facebook page earlier today. In its post, the county acknowledged ongoing outages while encouraging residents to call 2-1-1 or visit www.nevada211.org to find available resources.

When a local resident, Jennifer Fox, commented on the post asking why state systems were down, the county replied: “Because of a cyberattack.” The response made it clear that the disruption was not a routine technical issue but part of a broader Nevada cybersecurity incident.

State Services Impacted: DMV, Welfare, and More

The Nevada DMV was one of the most visible systems affected, with online scheduling, license renewals, and vehicle registration services unavailable. This has left many residents unable to complete essential tasks such as renewing driver’s licenses or registering new vehicles.

The welfare system was also impacted, disrupting access to benefits applications, case management, and other social assistance resources. While state officials have not released a full list of affected systems, Clark County confirmed that other undisclosed government platforms remain offline.

This disruption comes at a critical time for many families who rely on welfare services and for residents who need DMV access before upcoming deadlines.

Clark County Urges Residents to Use Nevada 211

To support residents during the outage, Clark County directed the public to use Nevada 211, a free and confidential service that connects Nevadans to essential resources.

How to access Nevada 211:

• Dial 2-1-1 from any phone within the state
• Visit nevada211.org online
• Access information on housing, food assistance, healthcare, transportation, and emergency resources

Officials emphasized that Nevada 211 remains fully operational and can help residents find the support they need while state systems are being restored.

Cybersecurity Concerns Growing in Nevada

The admission of a cyberattack in Nevada highlights the rising risk facing state and local government agencies. Experts say hackers increasingly target government systems because they contain large amounts of sensitive data, including personal identification, financial information, and social service records.

Similar attacks across the country have cost governments millions in recovery expenses and exposed vulnerabilities in outdated IT infrastructure. Nevada’s incident now raises questions about the state’s readiness to defend against sophisticated cyber threats.

“This is a wake-up call for Nevada and every state agency,” said one cybersecurity analyst. “Protecting government systems from hackers is no longer optional — it’s a necessity.”

Restoration Timeline Unclear

So far, Nevada officials have not provided a specific timeline for when all services will be restored. The state is reportedly working with cybersecurity specialists and IT teams to isolate the attack, recover affected systems, and ensure residents’ data remains secure.

For now, residents are encouraged to:

• Use Nevada 211 as an alternative resource
• Monitor official state and county channels for verified updates
• Avoid sharing personal data through unofficial websites or third-party platforms claiming to offer help

Community Response

The news of a Nevada government cyberattack has triggered strong reactions on social media. Some residents expressed frustration at not being able to access critical services, while others praised Clark County for being transparent in confirming the cyberattack.

Many Nevadans are now demanding answers on what security measures will be implemented moving forward to prevent similar incidents.

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