Oneonta School District Closes Schools After Reported Ransomware Attack
Summary
Oneonta City School District reported a ransomware attack, closed schools Friday and Monday, and said it had taken steps to limit further unauthorized access. The full extent and operational impact were not yet known.
Key points
- The district said it discovered the ransomware attack after initially believing it was dealing with internal technology issues.
- Schools were closed to students and staff on Friday, Oct. 23; Monday, Oct. 26, became a staff planning day, with students expected to return Tuesday, Oct. 27.
- The district’s technology team implemented measures to limit further unauthorized access and potential damage.
- Officials said the full extent of the attack and its impact on operations were not yet known.
- All-day BOCES students were to attend programs as usual, while morning and afternoon BOCES students would not; athletic events and practices were to continue.
Article Details
- Victim Organization
- Oneonta City School District
- Incident Type
- Ransomware attack
- Affected Records
- Unknown
- Affected Data Size
- Unknown
- Operational Impact
- Schools were closed to students and staff on Friday, Oct. 23. Monday, Oct. 26, became a staff conference day to prepare for students' return on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The district stated that the full impact on operations was not yet known.
- Ransom Or Extortion
- Unknown
- Claim Status
- confirmed