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PowerSchool data breach: Hackers steal student Social Security numbers, grades, and medical information from edtech giant
The California firm is the largest provider of cloud-based education software for K-12 schools in the country, supporting more than 50 million students. PowerSchool, a leading education technology firm,
IPS student info, employee social security info leaked in PowerSchool data breach
Indianapolis Public Schools' student information and employee Social Security details were leaked this week as part of a nationwide cybersecurity breach affecting school districts that use PowerSchool information management software.
PowerSchool says hackers stole students’ sensitive data, including Social Security numbers, in data breach
In an FAQ obtained by TechCrunch, PowerSchool confirms it negotiated with the threat actors responsible for the breach.
PowerSchool data breach may include some students’ social security numbers, district officials say
The education software vendor said a hacker may have downloaded addresses, social security numbers and medical conditions in December.
Massachusetts School Districts Hit by National PowerSchool Data Breach
Massachusetts school districts report a data breach of PowerSchool system affecting sensitive student information.
PowerSchool Issues Nationwide Data Breach Alert: What We Know
A spokesperson for the company said an "unauthorized actor" accessed and stole sensitive customer information.
Howell Schools affected by PowerSchool cybersecurity breach — unsure if data was obtained
The Indianapolis Star. Howell Public Schools has been affected by a nationwide cybersecurity breach, but is unsure if any data was actually obtained, according to Communications Director Tom Gould. PowerSchool notified districts Tuesday,
PowerSchool data breach leaks info of students and staff at schools across the US
Parents and educators are receiving notifications about the breach, but it’s still unclear exactly how many people have been affected or what information was leaked.
Student info from numerous Chicago-area school districts hacked in data breach
Personal data from a number of Chicago-area school districts was obtained in a cyberattack targeting PowerSchool, a popular education software company, many districts revealed this week.
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