The cat jumped on the keyboard, causing all data on the US Veterans Affairs server to be deleted. The incident occurred in Kansas. During an online conference, the management and employees of the department were informed about the actions of the cat that led to the system failure by the employee directly involved in checking the server. “MIR 24” reports about this, with reference to The Register.
Information about the cat’s actions was received with understanding and even humor. For example, the assistant secretary for information technology remarked, “That’s why I have a dog”, causing others on the work call to laugh.
According to the Veterans Affairs Center, the problem was quickly discovered and the system was restored within four hours, the source noted.
