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NJ Schools Halted by Cyberattack

January 29, 2024
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NJ Schools Halted by Cyberattack

The Freehold Township School District in New Jersey faced a major setback as a cybersecurity incident forced the closure of schools, disrupting the education of thousands of students. Superintendent Neal Dickstein, in a late-night communication to families, attributed the closure to “technical issues related to a cybersecurity incident.” This encompassed the entire district, including early childhood learning centers, elementary schools, and middle schools. The severity of the incident prompted the district to engage external IT experts who are diligently working to assess, contain, remediate, and fully restore operations. As a result, the timeline for reopening remains uncertain, raising concerns about the vulnerability of U.S. school districts to cyber threats and their potential impact on the education sector.

The incident underscores the growing threat of cyberattacks on educational institutions, a trend that has been on the rise. The cybersecurity and infrastructure vulnerabilities faced by K-12 schools have prompted federal warnings, with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI highlighting schools as targets of opportunity for cyber actors. The U.S. government has initiated efforts to enhance cybersecurity in the education sector, recognizing the resource constraints and lack of technical expertise faced by many institutions. Reports indicate a significant surge in ransomware attacks targeting K-12 schools, with a 70% increase throughout 2023, emphasizing the urgency for robust cybersecurity measures in the education domain.

The impact of the cybersecurity incident extends beyond technical disruptions, affecting not only the students but also the broader community. With ongoing investigations and external experts working diligently, the Freehold Township School District aims to address the incident’s repercussions and ensure a secure and resilient education environment. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for cybersecurity preparedness and proactive measures to safeguard educational institutions from the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

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  • Freehold Township schools suffer “cybersecurity event”

 

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