Salinas City Elementary School District data breach
Incident readout
- Company
- Salinas City Elementary School District
- Reported to
- California Attorney General
- Filed
- January 27, 2025
- People affected
- Not stated in the filing
- Incident type in filing
- Not stated
- Our review
- Investigation Open
Was this a ransomware attack?
The filing does not say ransomware was involved. We do not label an incident ransomware unless the company’s report says so. Whatever the cause, the steps to protect yourself and the legal question are the same.
What we know
Salinas City Elementary School District is a public educational institution responsible for providing primary education to students within its jurisdiction. As an educational entity, the district typically collects and maintains sensitive personal information, including student academic records, enrollment details, parent or guardian contact information, and occasionally financial data for school-related services. In 2025, the district officially reported a data security incident to the California Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to its digital systems occurred. If you received a data breach notification letter from the district, it indicates that your personal information or that of your dependent may have been involved in this incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the situation and provide guidance on the steps you can take to protect your information.
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