NEW: Providence Schools Finally Admit Personal Data May Have Been Hacked

NEW: Providence Schools Finally Admit Personal Data May Have Been Hacked

After two weeks of refusing to disclose details of hackers' impact on the Providence Public Schools, Superintendent Dr. Javier Montañez sent a message to staff today, notifying them that “through the investigation, which continues at this time, we recently obtained confirmation that unauthorized access occurred on our network. Moreover, an unverified, anonymous group has claimed that they have PPSD files.”

“While we cannot confirm the authenticity of these files and verify their claims, there could be concerns that these alleged documents could contain personal information,” said his message.

He failed to give any guidance as to what steps those potentially impacted should take to protect their personal information.,

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On Going - Continued Poor Communications

Two weeks ago, GoLocalProv was first to report that Providence Public Schools' internet network has been hit with "technical difficulties." 

Last week, GoLocal reported that a major cyber threat monitoring company went to social media on  to claim Providence Public Schools Department's (PPSD) internet network was hacked - and that the ransom is $1 million. 

HackManac — which has over 50,000 followers on X, posted the following:

Cyberattack Alert!!

USA - Providence Public Schools, Medusa Demands $1,000,000

The ransomware group Medusa claims to have breached Providence Public Schools. 

Allegedly, 201.4 GB of data, including financial data, correspondence, students' and teachers' data, and PII, were exfiltrated. 

Ransom deadline: 25th Sept 24.