ProLion // A Lesson on Safeguarding Student Records from Ransomware Attacks

Summer may be in full swing, but cybercriminals never take breaks from stealing and encrypting valuable data – like student records. In fact, attacks may be more frequent during the summer as attackers know staffing and network visibility will also be reduced. 

Last year, 1,981 K-12 schools in the U.S. were affected by ransomware attacks.

Protecting student records is not only a legal requirement but also an ethical responsibility. The school administration should ensure the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information to uphold integrity and reputation. 

Ransomware attacks can also disrupt the learning environment for students and teachers. If school systems and resources are inaccessible, it can be challenging to conduct classes effectively and deliver educational materials. This disruption can lead to a loss of instructional time, affect student performance, and cause additional stress for both educators and students. 

As discussed in our June webinar, "What the Hack? Stop the Attack! A Lesson on Safeguarding Student Records," a common way for cybercriminals to penetrate storage systems and steal data through exfiltration is with a Trojan Horse application that is voluntarily installed on the student’s computer. 

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