The recent hack of PowerSchool, a major U.S. edtech provider managing data for approximately 60 million students, raises significant security concerns. Confirmed in January, the breach involved unauthorized access to the customer support portal, leading to potential compromises in the school information system. Despite PowerSchool's efforts to keep stakeholders informed, many questions remain about the extent of the breach and the security measures in place. A lack of multi-factor authentication on the compromised portal has brought additional scrutiny to the company's cybersecurity practices.
PowerSchool has been open about certain aspects of the breach, with spokesperson Beth Keebler confirming that unauthorized access occurred through a community-focused customer portal.
The cybersecurity incident's timing, just weeks before reporting updates, has left many schools questioning how data on millions of students is being protected.
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