Hackers publish over 320,000 files stolen from 39 Bristol schools on the dark web
The September breach has made it to the dark web and investigators are analyzing the nature of the leaked files.
In September 2026, a cyberattack on 39 Bristol schools resulted in the unauthorized leak of over 320,000 files. The city council has issued a warning to students, parents, and staff to anticipate phishing attempts and other fraudulent activities using the exposed data. Bristol city council officials warned that the data breach was significant and that investigation into the incident is ongoing.
The threat actors involved have published the stolen information online on the dark web. The council has instructed all involved parties to remain vigilant with incoming communications and to refrain from clicking on suspicious links or opening attachments.
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