September 10, 2026
The Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN) continues to respond to and recover from the cybersecurity event that disrupted Board services beginning September 1. The investigation remains active and ongoing, with the ABN continuing to work closely with cybersecurity professionals and appropriate state resources.
Since the ABN’s September 4 update, recovery efforts have continued to progress, and some systems and services have been restored. Additional systems are being brought back online in phases as they are reviewed, validated, and determined to be ready for operation.
While progress is being made, restoration of the Board’s full technology environment will take additional time. As a result, services may remain temporarily unavailable or experience delays as recovery efforts continue.
Because the investigation remains active, the ABN is not yet able to draw conclusions regarding the nature or scope of the event. Additional information will be provided when facts have been sufficiently validated and can appropriately be made public.
The ABN recognizes the impact this disruption has had on nurses, applicants, healthcare organizations, and others who rely on our services. Every decision is based on our mission to safeguard and promote the health, safety and welfare of the public through licensing and approval of qualified individuals. We appreciate the continued patience and understanding of those we serve as efforts remain focused on safely restoring remaining services.
The ABN will continue to provide updates as meaningful progress is made and additional information becomes available.
— Natalie Baker, DNP, ANP-BC, GNP-BC, CNE, FAANP, FAAN
Executive Officer
Alabama Board of Nursing