University of Illinois students are breathing a sigh of relief as finals have been postponed, but the fallout from a recent cyberattack on the popular learning platform Canvas is still unfolding. On Monday, the University of Illinois announced that it would be delaying its final exams, citing concerns over the security of the Canvas system, which is used by over 20,000 students and faculty across the state's university system. The cyberattack, which was first reported on Friday, has left many wondering about the potential impact on student grades and academic records. As schools scramble to contain the damage, officials are working to determine the extent of the breach and ensure that student data remains secure.
U of I postpones finals, schools scramble following cyberattack on popular learning tool Canvas WBEZ Chicago