A sobering statistic: According to Forbes, data from the United States Government Accountability Office shows that 647,000 students were affected by school data breaches in 2021.
I recently chatted with a colleague who currently assists companies in assessing their technology needs. We discussed the growing issue of cybersecurity, and the conversation led to the increasing vulnerability of school districts. You can read more about our exchange of ideas here, and get a great reference if your district would like a free, outside consultation on the quality of its technological health. To get a better sense of the need for this type of analysis, this article from Education Weekexplains about the unfortunate rise of cyberattacks on school districts.
I've linked a few more resources that I think will be helpful below, including a screenshot of sample ransomware reports for some Texas school districts taken from Comparitech.com, which offers daily updates of worldwide ransomware attacks.
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A Proactive Approach to School Cybersecurity: A Must-Have for Superintendents
Don't forget to read my latest blog post, where you can get additional information about scheduling a free consultation with someone who can help you determine your district's technology needs, including in the area of cybersecurity.
