Nearly half of all K-12 schools and districts reported cybersecurity breaches in the past year, raising concerns about the vulnerability of educational institutions to digital threats. The surge in incidents highlights growing risks to student data, operational systems, and learning continuity as cybercriminals increasingly target under-resourced school networks. Experts warn that the lack of dedicated funding and specialized staff leaves many districts ill-equipped to defend against evolving attack methods. With ransomware attacks and phishing schemes on the rise, the issue underscores the urgent need for stronger safeguards in education technology infrastructure.
Cybersecurity incidents hit over 50% of schools and districts in past year K-12 Dive
