In a disturbing trend, more than 20 school districts on Long Island have experienced cyberattacks, compromising the personal and financial data of over 10,000 students. As of 2024, 28 incidents have been reported, with significant breaches affecting areas such as Great Neck, Smithtown, Brentwood, and Hewlett-Woodmere. The breaches particularly impacted third-party records, raising serious concerns about the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures in educational institutions and the safety of sensitive student information. This ongoing threat highlights the urgent need for improved data security protocols in schools.
The series of cyberattacks on over 20 Long Island school districts has raised alarms, affecting more than 10,000 students and raising concerns over data security among educational institutions.
In 2024 alone, 28 incidents of cyberattacks have been reported, exposing not just personal details but also financial information, showing a worrying trend in school safety protocols.
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