BCPS cancels classes due to ransomware attack

A ransomware cyberattack shut down all of Baltimore County Public Schools' network systems, prompting the district to cancel virtual learning until at least Monday. Cybersecurity experts said BCPS and other school districts are large targets and are vulnerable because of the level of disruption a ransomware attack can cause. District officials said the attack is disrupting virtual learning and affecting the district's website, email system and grading system, as well as school offices, where were also closed Wednesday.