7 students in New York district face charges for unauthorized access to student database, sparking national concerns over data security in US schools

Seven students at Liverpool High School in New York are facing criminal charges for hacking into the district’s Student Information System, using stolen login credentials to access and alter sensitive records. The breach has sparked concerns about cybersecurity in U.S. schools, highlighting vulnerabilities in student data systems. The district has since reset staff passwords and is revisiting its data security protocols. This incident serves as a wake-up call about the need for stronger protections for student information.