Where does the Collegiate Charter School of Lowell case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report Collegiate Charter School of Lowell lodged with the Massachusetts Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.

Why do the incident date and the report date differ?

Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.

What does the records-affected figure count?

It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.

Does this case file change over time?

Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

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Case File: Collegiate Charter School of Lowell Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the Collegiate Charter School of Lowell incident. The state report is dated January 17, 2025.

Timeline

January 17, 2025Report filed in MassachusettsDate the notice was lodged with the Massachusetts Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Massachusetts
Date reported: January 17, 2025
Receiving office: Massachusetts Attorney General

Case notes

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell, a public charter school in Massachusetts, officially reported a data security incident to the state's Attorney General on January 17, 2025. The specific details surrounding how the breach occurred remain under investigation by the school.

As an educational institution, Collegiate Charter School of Lowell handles extensive personal information for its students, families, and employees. This includes a broad range of sensitive records essential for school operations and employment.

While the exact categories of personal information compromised in this particular incident have not been specified, any breach involving an educational institution can expose sensitive records. Such incidents highlight the ongoing risks to the personal data entrusted to organizations.

Individuals who receive a notification regarding this breach are encouraged to remain vigilant. Review all account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with credit bureaus, and be cautious of unsolicited communications requesting personal details.

The filing with the Massachusetts Attorney General confirms the breach event and serves as an official record of the incident. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.

Questions about this case file

Where does the Collegiate Charter School of Lowell case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report Collegiate Charter School of Lowell lodged with the Massachusetts Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.
Why do the incident date and the report date differ?: Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.
What does the records-affected figure count?: It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.
Does this case file change over time?: Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

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