McAllen ISD suffered a ransomware attack in March 2024 disrupting operations and exposing records for approximately 85,000 students, staff, and families.
Initial access via phishing targeting a district IT administrator. Credential compromise led to domain admin escalation and encryption of student information systems and financial records.
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| Regime | Standard / Citation | Gap Identified |
|---|---|---|
| FERPA | 34 CFR Part 99 | Student education record protection — unauthorized disclosure of records for 85,000 students |
| TDPA | Tex. B&C Code §521.053 | Breach notification obligations for TX students and families |
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