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Schools in both the UK and US were shut down this week thanks to extensive cyber-and-ransomware attacks that emphasize the worst of modern digital crime: criminals continue to indiscriminately attack organizations regardless of their purpose. At 10-100 Consultancy, we are committed to offering educational institutions experienced and vital protection on the virtual frontlines. If you aren't using a team of cyber experts for your IT Consultancy needs, you may be putting your staff and students at risk of a debilitating attack. https://bit.ly/4giU6W7

Semperis’ Sean Deuby spoke with Jessica Lyons about the latest #ransomware attacks on schools in the U.S. and UK. Ransomware gangs are ruthless and are driven by money, and the more they make, the better they must feel. So, they prey on organizations of all sizes. Today, there’s no silver bullet that will solve the #cybersecurity challenges facing most schools. They can, however, improve their defenses by working with their security contractors to identify the critical services such as #ActiveDirectory that are “single points of failure.” If critical services go down, school stops, and the school buses don’t roll. Have a plan for “what to do if.” This doesn’t have to be perfect but think now about what to do if email goes away or a teacher portal is locked.  More from The Register: https://lnkd.in/g-tSaerf #K12 #SLED

ICYMI: Several schools have been shut down in the US and UK following suspected ransomware attacks. Check out this article for more info, and be sure to check out Purple Knight for a free Active Directory vulnerability assessment. Close the gaps in your AD before threat actors can find them! Download Purple Knight here: https://lnkd.in/gEhd7PMz #ActiveDirectory #ADSecurity #ransomware

🚨 Impact Beyond the Classroom: Highline Schools Cyberattack 🏫 Last week, a cyberattack forced Highline Public Schools to close, impacting over 17,500 students and 2,000 staff members. The closure even canceled the first day of kindergarten for many children, demonstrating how cyber threats can disrupt not just data but daily life and learning. This disruption is a stark reminder that cyber threats can affect any sector, anytime. With 2023 already marking a record year with 954 breaches, according to Comparitech, we need to brace ourselves for what 2024 may bring. Now is the time to strengthen our defenses and learn safe online practices. 🔐 Read more about the incident here ➡ https://lnkd.in/dSzThhj9 #Cybersecurity #EducationSector #CyberAttack #CyberRisk #StayVigilant

Summer is officially over, and pupils are back to school. As we have seen in the news over the last year, there is a continuing surge in cyber-attacks targeting UK schools, both in frequency and complexity. In 2023, 347 cyber incidents were reported in the education and childcare sector - an increase of 55% on 2022 (BBC report). That’s why it is important for educational institutions, parents and students to take cybersecurity seriously and learn how to protect themselves against a cyberattack. And, many attacks are preventable. PCA can help understand the threats schools face, whilst giving them the chance to take action and minimise the damage an attack could cause. ANME - Association of Network Managers in Education To find out more, visit https://ow.ly/YvYu50TjMlt

NEWS: UK Schools Suffer Rise in Cyber-Attacks: Government Data Reveals If you need help securing your business from Cyber Threats, please get in touch for a free consultation today! #cybersecurity #cyberattack

🚨 Cyberattacks have disrupted schools in the US and UK, with the Black Suit ransomware gang claiming a 200GB data breach from one UK school. Highline Public Schools in Washington canceled classes for 17,000 students due to unauthorized network activity. Charles Darwin School in the UK also fell victim, affecting 1,320 students and staff. Both incidents highlight the vulnerability of educational institutions to cyber threats. Experts urge schools to plan for such emergencies, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #Education #DataBreach 🔒 How secure are our schools' digital defenses? Share your thoughts below. https://lnkd.in/g-tSaerf

School closed for some pupils so staff can "prepare lessons while they did not have access to their resources on the system". According to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office, in 2023 the education sector accounted for 11% of all cyber incidents reported, a big increase on 2022. On a positive note, 52% of UK schools have implemented a cybersecurity strategy, which is a considerably higher percentage than that of UK SMBs. This achievement is particularly commendable given the challenges schools face with budgets, resources, and skills. A long way to go. #protectyourprivacy #education #cybersecurity https://lnkd.in/e8D65v7E

Webinar Invite: "Schools Under Attack: Why Education is a (Cyber) Target" Thursday 20th June @ 10am There is no doubt that the UK education sector is one of the most attractive, for organised cyber criminals. A host of schools, Muilti Academy Trusts (MAT) and colleges have suffered data breaches in the past 2 years - usually resulting from ransomware attacks. While it is fair to say that investment and efforts in and around improved technical (IT) controls have improved - there might still be some reluctance to acknowledge the sheer scale of the threat, and the likelihood that your school will be next. In this webinar our expert panel will explore the reasons why education is a high target and consider key variables that might just make all the difference when (not if) the worst happens. Sign up today! https://lnkd.in/er27fNkJ Moore Kingston Smith Moore (South) Independent Schools Partnership Network (ISPN) The Headteacher's Report #schools #multiacademytrusts

Ransomware attack forces high school in London to close and send students home. Key takeaways: 1. This high-profile ransomware attack closed a large London high school, affecting 1,300 students and disrupting the new academic year. It illustrates the vulnerability of educational institutions and their critical data, even those with advanced security measures in place. 2. The rate of cyber attacks on educational institutions in the UK is accelerating, with 2023 recording the highest number of ransomware incidents to date. This trend has continued into 2024, intensifying concerns over student data safety and leaving schools grappling to balance rapid recovery with lengthy precautionary measures. 3. Despite some successes by law enforcement against ransomware groups, attackers continue to target education institutions globally. This puts immense pressure on cybersecurity authorities like the UK's NCSC to recall their assurances of schools being "better prepared" and reevaluate measures for effective, resilient cyber defense. Learn more by visiting The Record from Recorded Future News: https://lnkd.in/euMyRegh