Harlan School District Addresses Recent Cybersecurity Breach
A recent cybersecurity breach has impacted Harlan Community School District, exposing some student information through PowerSchool. Superintendent Dr. Jenny Barnett reassures families that sensitive financial data remains secure. Stay informed about protective measures coming soon.
Harlan Community School District (HCSD) has been affected by a recent cybersecurity breach involving PowerSchool, a major educational software provider used by schools throughout the U.S. and Canada. The breach was confirmed in early January, as hackers gained unauthorized access through compromised credentials.
HCSD Superintendent Dr. Jenny Barnett reassured parents that, while certain student information may have been accessed, the district does not store financial or social security details in PowerSchool, reducing concerns about sensitive data exposure.
Details potentially accessed include student names, birth dates, addresses, and medical conditions. PowerSchool maintains that there is no evidence that the data has been misused or made public. The company is working with CyberSteward to ensure that any stolen data is deleted.
In light of the incident, PowerSchool plans to offer identity protection and credit monitoring services, with communications expected to reach affected families shortly. Dr. Barnett encourages anyone with questions to contact the district office for assistance.
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