According to sources, Moines Public Schools (a Education organization in Iowa) was hit with a cyber attack. It was first reported on 2023-01-09.

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Source 1  |  2023-01-09

Des Moines Public Schools cancels Tuesday classes after cybersecurity attack

“Des Moines Public Schools has canceled all classes for Tuesday after officials took the district's internet and network offline Monday morning following what they described as "unusual activity" that was later determined to be an apparent cybersecurity attack.“

“The district issued an announcement Monday afternoon saying offices will be open but staff may be working remotely and services limited. Athletics and activities are currently scheduled to take place, the district said.“

“"At this time, the matter is being investigated by our IT staff and consultants," said Phil Roeder, Des Moines schools' spokesperson told the Des Moines Register. "Access to the internet, wifi, and various networked systems, at school buildings and district offices, will be either offline or intermittent throughout the day." Des Moines Public Schools is just one of a number of Iowa schools and organizations that have dealt with cybersecurity attacks in recent years including the Des Moines Area Community College in 2021 and MercyOne facilities following the cybersecurity breach at CommonSpirit Health in mid-October.“

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