CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOWO) – A cybersecurity incident involving the Ohio Lottery on Christmas Eve is under investigation.
The Van Wert Independent reports that right now, very little information is publicly known.
The incident did not involve any Ohio Lottery games or the technology systems on which the Lottery operates.
“The integrity of our games is the top priority, and it is safe to continue to purchase tickets,” the release stated. “Winning tickets over $599 can be mailed to the Ohio Lottery Central Office in Cleveland for payment. The Lottery is working diligently to restore all cashing options in the very near future.”