Driven by their growing reliance on digital tools, the wealth of student and staff data they hold, and often insufficient cybersecurity funding, schools have emerged as frequent targets for hackers. A report from the Center for Internet Security in March revealed that a striking 82% of U.S. K-12 schools endured a cyber incident between July 2023 and December 2024.
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Education environments are particularly susceptible to phishing. Students and staff, especially those who are "weary" or "overworked," may be more prone to falling for deceptive emails or messages. These attacks aim to trick individuals into revealing credentials, downloading malware, or making fraudulent payments, leading to significant financial losses and data breaches.
Schools and universities are attractive targets for ransomware due to their reliance on digital systems for learning, administration, and critical data (student records, financial information, research data). Attacks can encrypt vital files, disrupt operations, and lead to costly recovery efforts or ransom payments. Malware in general also poses a constant threat, aiming to compromise systems and steal data.
Educational institutions hold a vast amount of sensitive personal data, including personally identifiable information (PII) of students and staff, financial details, health records, and valuable intellectual property from research. Breaches can lead to identity theft, fraud, reputational damage, and non-compliance with regulations like FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act).
Many educational institutions operate with older IT infrastructure and third-party applications that are not regularly updated or patched. These outdated systems often have known vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can easily exploit, creating significant entry points for attacks. The sheer volume and variety of devices and systems across a campus network exacerbate this challenge.
Cybersecurity in education is often underfunded, with budgets frequently prioritized for staffing, classroom resources, and infrastructure. This lack of investment means schools may not be able to afford essential cybersecurity .
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