PowerSchool’s breach sparks urgent conversations about student data security
– Recent news of the PowerSchool data breach has sent shockwaves through schools and districts across the country. With sensitive student and teacher data compromised, schools are now grappling with the ramifications. For all districts, the priority has become not just damage control but understanding the broader vulnerabilities in legacy systems that leave schools open to attack.
Numerous impacted schools, districts, and state DoEs have reached out to us since the incident for help and information. So, we will maintain a regularly updated resource list of content related to the PowerSchool breach and student data security in general.
Resource list: Articles and Resources on the PowerSchool Breach and Data Security (Bookmark this page, as links will be added and updated as the story unfolds.)
PowerSchool Issues Nationwide Data Breach Alert
60 Million Students and Teachers Targeted in PowerSchool Data Breach
What Schools Should Know About the PowerSchool Data Breach
Hackers accessed personal data of students and teachers
A lawsuit accuses PowerSchool of trafficking in student data
PowerSchool hack exposes student, teacher data
PowerSchool discloses breach affecting k-12 districts
Data Breach Affects School Boards Across North America
FAQs for Schools and Persons Affected By the PowerSchool Data Breach
Need help?
Was your district affected or are you concerned about your legacy SIS’s ability to properly protect your student data? If so, please reach out – we have a team of data security experts ready to help.
Who should be most concerned?
All schools and districts must prioritize security and privacy by ensuring their systems are built on strong architectural foundations and adhere to industry best practices. If your SIS predates the cloud era (typically any system developed before 2010) and is not cloud-native, your data may be at risk for breaches. Additionally, if your providers do not follow at least the NIST 800-53 guidelines—or a higher security standard—your district’s data is even more vulnerable.
Not sure if your data is adequately protected? Our team of experts is here to guide you. Reach out to learn how to assess your current system and how safe your data is. We are here to help with information and modern solutions: info@getalma.com
