NEWS | ANU investigates alleged ransomware attack by hacking group

16 Feb 2025

AUSTRALIA – The Australian National University (ANU) is investigating an alleged ransomware attack after being named as a victim by a hacking group. The group claims to have stolen data from the university's servers and threatens to leak it unless demands are met. ANU is working with the Australian Cyber Security Centre to address the issue. READ MORE

NEWS | Racine Schools data breach affects staff privacy

25 Feb 2025

USA – The Racine Unified School District in Wisconsin experienced a data breach last December 13, 2023, potentially compromising staff members' personal information. While student data was unaffected, the breach led to disruptions in school operations for several months. Free credit monitoring and identity protection services have been offered to impacted staff. READ MORE

NEWS | Students face CalFresh delays and benefit amid compromised data

27 Feb 2025

USA – With many students facing significant delays in receiving their benefits, CalFresh has issued letters warning individuals that their information may have been compromised, while noting at the same time that no data breach has occurred.  Students have been forced to find alternative ways to obtain their benefits on time. READ MORE

NEWS | Nebraska Bill seeks transparency in school surveillance technology

27 Feb 2025

USA – A US bill would require the State Board of Education to create a model policy for the use of student surveillance technology by schools. It would mandate transparency on how surveillance tools are used, detailing their privacy protections, data sharing, and opt-out options for parents. READ MORE

NEWS | Comelec Denies Data Breach Claims, Confirms Public Access to Old Election Docs

17 Feb 2025

PHILIPPINES – The Comelec has clarified that recent claims of a data leak were not referring to a breach, but instead, publicly accessible documents from the 2013 elections. These documents include lists related to voter registration and were made available by law. Comelec assured the public that the data was unrelated to the current or upcoming elections. READ MORE