Blount County Schools updated security measures after losing $70,000 to phishing scam in 2024

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Blount County Schools Lose $70,000 to Phishing Scam in 2024 In 2024, Blount County Schools experienced a phishing scam that resulted in a loss of over $70,000. An employee opened a phishing email, which compromised sensitive password information and allowed unauthorized access to the payroll system. In response, the school system has updated its cybersecurity policies to prevent future incidents. 2 sources 44