Ransomware Group incransom Hits: The New Community School
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, The New Community School — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group incransom. This data breach, discovered on 2026-10-07T22:09:57.343601+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | The New Community School |
| Threat Group | incransom |
| Summary | The New Community School is an independent co-educational day school located in Richmond, VA, catering to students in grades 5-12 with dyslexia. The school offers a customized curriculum designed to unlock each student’s potential, emphasizing small class sizes and a student-centered approach. With a focus on nurturing relationships and community connections, TNCS empowers students to achieve success academically and personally. The school also provides a range of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and community service opportunities. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-10-07T03:30:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-10-07T22:09:57.343601+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Business Sector | Education |
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