Investigation Concludes Into Data Breach at James Fallon High School

Summary

A NSW Department of Education investigation into an April 2026 breach at James Fallon High School has concluded. Information involved included school materials and some student, parent/carer and staff information; monitoring found no evidence it was released.

Key points

• The NSW Department of Education confirmed that a cyber data breach involving James Fallon High School in North Albury was identified in April 2026.
• The department said it took immediate steps to contain the breach and worked with Cyber NSW and relevant authorities.
• Early investigation indicated the source of the breach was located outside NSW.
• The investigation concluded on September 17, according to an update provided to families.
• Information involved included school policies and procedures, curriculum and teaching materials, and some information relating to students, parents/carers and staff.
• The department said close monitoring had found no evidence that information was released; directly affected people will be notified about the data involved.
• Families were asked to stay vigilant for requests allegedly from the school or education department seeking personal information.

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