Alerts10.2.20
Ransomware Attack on Nevada School District Highlights Newest Hacker Targets
Highlights
A Las Vegas, Nevada, school district, serving over 320,000 students, has become the victim of the largest ransomware attack against an educational institution since the COVID-19 pandemic began
The pandemic has opened new opportunities for cybercriminals and attacks are expected to continue to increase in frequency and severity
Strong proactive steps should be considered, which can provide an advanced and effective defense
On Sept. 28, 2020, personal student information – including grades, Social Security numbers, and other private information – from the Clark County School District in Las Vegas, Nevada, the nation’s fifth largest public school district, was released online by hackers. The school district serves over 320,000 students.
Keep Up to Date in a Changing World
Do you want to receive more valuable insights directly in your inbox? Visit our subscription center and let us know what you’re interested in learning more about.
