List of Ransomware Attacks Against Schools in 2021

Allan Liska filed this request with the Ohio Department of Education of Ohio.
Submitted Aug. 4, 2021
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From: Allan Liska

Subject: Ohio Open Records Law Request: List of Ransomware Attacks Against Schools in 2021

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To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Ohio Open Records Law, I hereby request the following records:

A list of all schools or school districts in Ohio that have been victims of ransomware attacks in 2021 through July 31st. If possible, I'd like the school/district name, date of attack and the ransomware strain involved.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days.

Sincerely,

Allan Liska

From: Ohio Department of Education

Subject: FW: Ohio Open Records Law Request: List of Ransomware Attacks Against Schools in 2021

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Hello Allan,
Thank you for reaching out to the Ohio Department of Education.
Unfortunately, the Department does not collect data pertaining to ransomware attacks on schools or districts. As such, we are not in possession of the data you have requested.
Sincerely,

Mandy Minick
Chief Communications Officer
Ohio Department of Education
25 South Front Street, 7th Floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215-4183
(614) 816-4451 - Cell
Mandy.Minick@education.ohio.gov<mailto:Mandy.Minick@education.ohio.gov>
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