RPS: Data accessed in cybersecurity incident may be on dark web

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Data that was accessed during a cybersecurity incident last month may have been posted on the dark web, Richmond Public Schools said Monday night.

“We’re working with law enforcement to confirm this information and investigate the scope of information disclosed,” RPS said.

Last month, the entire school division was knocked offline, which impacted online classroom tools, phone and email service.

“We understand that these disruptions create challenges for our entire school community. Our priorities are supporting our students and staff, understanding what happened, and restoring affected systems securely,” Superintendent Jason Kamras said in October.

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RPS said free credit monitoring was made available to staff, students and families after the incident.

“We are committed to transparency as we learn more about the scope of the incident,” RPS said on Monday.