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A cyber attack on 12 Scottish schools has resulted in the theft of various data, including social work reports. West Lothian Council has acknowledged for the first time the schools affected by the ransomware attack that occurred in May. The compromised reports contained sensitive information shared by social work and other agencies, and there is a possibility that the personal details of pupils, such as names and addresses, were also compromised. The cyber attack primarily targeted secondary schools and is currently under police investigation, prompting parents to be extra cautious of potential phishing attacks or scams.
West Lothian Council reassured that only a small portion of the compromised files were of a sensitive nature, but it acknowledged that data such as names, addresses, email addresses, and learning materials were among the information taken from the affected schools. Those identified as at risk due to the compromised social work and agency reports have already been contacted by the council. In May, BBC Scotland News reported that a group named Interlock claimed responsibility for the attack, a common tactic of such groups involves encrypting an organization’s files with malicious software and demanding ransom with a threat to release the material online if payment is not made.
The schools impacted by the cyber attack include Armadale Academy, Bathgate Academy, Broxburn Academy, Deans Community High School, Inveralmond Community High School, James Young High School, Linlithgow Academy, St Kentigern’s Academy, St Margaret’s Academy, West Calder High School, Whitburn Academy, and Holy Family Primary. West Lothian Council first became aware of the stolen sensitive data after discovering a scanned passport online, prompting a warning to remain vigilant in case the data is used for further criminal activities like phishing attempts or scams. The council advised individuals to change their passwords to strong and unique ones and discouraged parents from contacting schools or the council’s customer support line for additional information about the cyber attack at this time. Anyone affected by cyber crimes is encouraged to reach out to the Cyber and Fraud Hub, with the council promising to provide updates on the attack on its website
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