Florida Department of Education warns of data breach affecting nearly 5 million people
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The Florida Department of Education is warning millions of families to keep a close eye on their personal information after hackers gained unauthorized access to the state's student financial aid website.According to the department, data belonging to nearly five million people may have been compromised. The investigation is still underway, and officials have not explained how the hacker gained access to the website. The department says personal information, including Social Security numbers, was compromised.However, officials say state-provided financial aid is not at risk and will continue. The department also warns that its financial aid website could experience disruptions as officials respond to the cybersecurity incident.Florida cybersecurity breach detailsIn a statement to FOX 13, a spokesperson for the Florida Department of Education said the department acted quickly to address the breach, writing:"The security of student and family information is a responsibility we take seriou