Massive Breach Exposes Sensitive Data of Millions of California Students
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Hackers gained access to personal information of 7 million California public school students, including names, dates of birth, addresses, and disabilities, through a non-profit organization that collaborates with the state. The breach occurred between May 22 and September 18, 2026, and affected students enrolled in the past three academic years, as well as those who left the system without transferring to another school, dating back to 2006.
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