82% of K-12 schools recently experienced a cyber incident

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting school networks through phishing and social engineering, according to a new report from the Center for Internet Security. The data shows that schools are “prime targets for cybercriminals.” And the fallout from K-12 cyberattacks often extends beyond data loss, with disruptions to school meal service, forced school closures or blocked access to crucial student services like special education and counselling.