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Data Breach Hits 10 Long Island School Districts

1/15/2025

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A data breach at PowerSchool has affected over 10 Long Island school districts, including Jericho, Hicksville, and Massapequa.
Reported on December 28, 2024, the breach may involve sensitive information like Social Security numbers and medical data.
Schools have reset passwords and are collaborating with cybersecurity experts to resolve the situation.
PowerSchool asserts the breach is contained and anticipates no operational disruptions.

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Story summary

A data breach at PowerSchool has affected over 10 Long Island school districts, including Jericho, Hicksville, and Massapequa.
Reported on December 28, 2024, the breach may involve sensitive information like Social Security numbers and medical data.
Schools have reset passwords and are collaborating with cybersecurity experts to resolve the situation.
PowerSchool asserts the breach is contained and anticipates no operational disruptions.