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Northern Ireland Schools Hit by Cyber Attack, Exam Access Disrupted

4/4/2026

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A cyber attack targeted the IT system used by schools in Northern Ireland, according to the Education Authority (EA).
Schools received a notice about a password reset due to an IT security issue.
The Education Authority is investigating and has not confirmed whether personal data was compromised.
The incident disrupted access to online resources for students ahead of exams, raising concerns about revision during the Easter break.

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Story summary

A cyber attack targeted the IT system used by schools in Northern Ireland, according to the Education Authority (EA).
Schools received a notice about a password reset due to an IT security issue.
The Education Authority is investigating and has not confirmed whether personal data was compromised.
The incident disrupted access to online resources for students ahead of exams, raising concerns about revision during the Easter break.