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Williamsburg James City County Schools data breach

Incident readout

Company
Williamsburg James City County Schools
Reported to
Maryland Attorney General
Filed
March 3, 2025
People affected
Not stated in the filing
Incident type in filing
Not stated
Our review
Investigation Open

Was this a ransomware attack?

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What we know

Williamsburg James City County Schools is a public educational institution responsible for managing the academic and administrative records of students, faculty, and staff. As an educational entity, the district maintains sensitive information including student identification records, academic performance data, and personnel files containing employment and payroll details. In 2025, the district officially reported a data security incident to the Maryland Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter from the district, it indicates that your personal information was potentially compromised during this event. This notice is intended to inform you of the incident and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity and monitor your accounts for suspicious activity.

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