Menu

  • Alerts
  • Incidents
  • News
  • APTs
  • Cyber Decoded
  • Cyber Hygiene
  • Cyber Review
  • Cyber Tips
  • Definitions
  • Malware
  • Threat Actors
  • Tutorials

Useful Tools

  • Password generator
  • Report an incident
  • Report to authorities
No Result
View All Result
CTF Hack Havoc
CyberMaterial
  • Education
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Definitions
  • Information
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
  • Insights
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Tips
    • Tutorials
  • Support
    • Contact Us
    • Report an incident
  • About
    • About Us
    • Advertise with us
Get Help
Hall of Hacks
  • Education
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Definitions
  • Information
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
  • Insights
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Tips
    • Tutorials
  • Support
    • Contact Us
    • Report an incident
  • About
    • About Us
    • Advertise with us
Get Help
No Result
View All Result
Hall of Hacks
CyberMaterial
No Result
View All Result
Home Incidents

Cincinnati Public Schools Hit by Cyberattack

October 1, 2024
Reading Time: 2 mins read
in Incidents
Cincinnati Public Schools Hit by Cyberattack

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) has reported that it was the target of a ransomware attack that occurred in mid-August, raising concerns over the security of district data. According to an email sent to families, unauthorized access was gained to district systems, and sensitive data stored on the network drives could have been compromised. Fortunately, CPS confirmed that no funds were stolen during this incident, providing some reassurance to parents and students.

The district has taken immediate action by notifying law enforcement and collaborating with cybersecurity experts to thoroughly investigate the breach. CPS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its students, staff, and district data, emphasizing the importance of transparency during such critical situations. The district’s ongoing efforts reflect a proactive stance in addressing cybersecurity challenges, which have become increasingly common among educational institutions in recent years.

Recent trends show that cyberattacks on school districts are on the rise. For instance, the Deer Park Community City School District issued a warning to parents about a phishing scam at the start of this school year, while last year, the West Clermont School District suffered a significant loss of $1.7 million due to a social engineering scam. These incidents highlight the pressing need for educational institutions to enhance their cybersecurity measures and stay vigilant against emerging threats.

In response to the recent attack, CPS has urged parents and students to be cautious and avoid opening suspicious emails or clicking on unfamiliar links. The district has established a family technology support center to assist families with any concerns regarding technology and security. As CPS implements several security measures to prevent future unauthorized access, the district remains dedicated to fostering a safe and secure environment for all students and staff.

Reference:
  • Cincinnati Public Schools Suffers Cyberattack Compromising District Data
Tags: Cincinnati Public SchoolsCPScyber incidentsCyber Incidents 2024Cyber threatsEducationOctober 2024RansomwareschoolsUSA
ADVERTISEMENT

Related Posts

Sothebys Data Breach Exposes Customers

Pro Hamas Hackers Target Airport Speakers

October 17, 2025
Sothebys Data Breach Exposes Customers

Prosper Breach Hits 17 Million Accounts

October 17, 2025
Sothebys Data Breach Exposes Customers

Sothebys Data Breach Exposes Customers

October 17, 2025

F5 Reports Hackers Stole Source Code

October 16, 2025

YouTube Down Globally With Playback Errors

October 16, 2025

Spanish Retailer Mango Discloses Breach

October 16, 2025

Latest Alerts

Microsoft Pulls 200 Suspicious Certificates

NK Hackers Hide Malware In Blockchain

Hackers Spread Malware With Blockchain

Fortinet And Ivanti Patch Severe Flaws

Malicious VSCode Extensions Steal Crypto

Fake Password Manager Hijack PCs

Subscribe to our newsletter

    Latest Incidents

    Pro Hamas Hackers Target Airport Speakers

    Prosper Breach Hits 17 Million Accounts

    Sothebys Data Breach Exposes Customers

    F5 Reports Hackers Stole Source Code

    YouTube Down Globally With Playback Errors

    Spanish Retailer Mango Discloses Breach

    CyberMaterial Logo
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Jobs
    • Legal and Privacy Policy
    • Site Map

    © 2025 | CyberMaterial | All rights reserved

    Welcome Back!

    Login to your account below

    Forgotten Password?

    Retrieve your password

    Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

    Log In

    Add New Playlist

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Alerts
    • Incidents
    • News
    • Cyber Decoded
    • Cyber Hygiene
    • Cyber Review
    • Definitions
    • Malware
    • Cyber Tips
    • Tutorials
    • Advanced Persistent Threats
    • Threat Actors
    • Report an incident
    • Password Generator
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise with us

    Copyright © 2025 CyberMaterial