Riverdale Joint Unified School District data breach

What we know

Riverdale Joint Unified School District is a public educational institution responsible for the administration of K-12 schooling and the management of student and employee records. As an educational entity, the district maintains sensitive personal information, including student academic and disciplinary records, parental contact details, and employee payroll or benefits data. This security incident was officially reported to the California Attorney General in 2025, confirming that unauthorized access to district systems occurred. If you received a data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal information or that of your dependent may have been included in the files accessed during this event. We recommend reviewing the letter carefully to understand the specific scope of the exposure and the identity monitoring services being offered by the district.

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