Ridgewood School District Faces Cyberattack, Implements Password Reset for Student Security

Date Reported: 2024-11-05
Country: USA
Victim: Ridgewood School District | Ridgewood School District | ridgewood.k12.nj.us
Additional Information :

• The Ridgewood School District was targeted in a cyberattack on November 5.
• An unauthorized third party attempted to access the district’s systems.
• The attacker was able to view directory information, including encrypted password data.
• Although passwords were secured, the district decided to reset passwords for all students to ensure security.
• The investigation is ongoing, and no student information has been compromised.

Article: https://dailyvoice.com/new-jersey/ridgewood/passwords-compromised-in-ridgewood-schools-cyber-attack-superintendent-says/