With an increasing reliance on digital tools in schools, safeguarding student data, such as Social Security numbers and health records, is crucial. Unsecured data makes students vulnerable to identity theft. Schools can mitigate cybersecurity risks through regular staff training, routine data backups, secure authentication and device protocols, and robust vendor and vulnerability management. Examples of best practices include using multi-factor authentication, encryption, and separate networks for physical security devices.

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
The 1Q 2025 Open Source Malware Index from Sonatype revealed that open source malware packages doubled compared to the same period last year, with 56%