Hackers target private computer systems of six Isle of Wight schools
Hackers have targeted the private computer systems of six schools on the Isle of Wight. A so-called 'ransomware' attack crippled the servers of the Island Education Federation, affecting six schools on the Isle of Wight The IT systems were compromised between July 28 and 29 and affected three primary schools, two secondary schools and a sixth form college. Lanesend Primary, one of the six schools affected, announced that pupils would return three days later than planned for the Autumn term due to the disruption It is not yet known what data has been encrypted in the latest attack, but personal data of pupils and staff - including registrations, addresses, and dates of birth - are often stored on servers. One of those affected, Lanesend primary, has announced that pupils would return to the classroom three days later than planned for the Autumn term due to the disruption.
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