According to sources, Franklin County Public Schools (a Education organization in Virginia) was hit with a cyber attack. It was first reported on 2023-05-16.

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Source 1  |  2023-05-16

Franklin County Public Schools back in operation after ransomware attack

“Franklin County Public Schools (FCPS) were victims of a ransomware attack. Schools were closed on May 15, as a team worked to address the issue. The division said the impacts are being reviewed and students were back in class on May 16.“

“FCPS shared that they did not pay a ransom and that this remains an ongoing investigation. “

“Currently, they do not have any evidence to believe that personal identifying information was stolen during the cyberattack, however, they added that they are still investigating and will have more information in the next few days. “

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