Powys Council says cyberattack affected 13 schools in Wales and exposed some staff and pupil data

A separate cyberattack in Powys, Wales affected systems used by 13 schools, and the council says personal data belonging to staff and pupils was accessed. Current information indicates data was taken from one of the affected schools, but officials have not named the schools involved, the number of people affected, or the exact data types because of the sensitivity of the incident. The council has not confirmed ransomware or identified the attacker.
Why it matters: This affects children, school staff, and families, and may carry identity-fraud and privacy risks even though schools remain open. People connected to Powys schools should monitor official notifications and be cautious about phishing or scam messages that use school-related details.

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