School workers unite to investigate PowerSchool data breach affecting 18,000 institutions

On January 7, PowerSchool informed schools of a data breach affecting private information of students and teachers. The breach, discovered on December 28, involved sensitive data from over 18,000 schools worldwide, prompting concern among affected institutions. In response to PowerSchool's vague communication, school workers began collaborating to investigate the breach. They shared information through email lists and social media, creating guides and tools to help each other understand the extent of the data theft. This community effort highlights the lack of formal cybersecurity resources in schools. Many institutions rely on informal networks for support, as they often lack the funding and expertise needed to address such incidents effectively.