Cybersecurity Gaps in Education: Addressing Risks in Schools and Universities
Cybersecurity gaps in education have become more prevalent than ever. The education sector sits at the crossroads of healthcare, finance, and technology—and as institutions digitize more functions, their exposure to cybersecurity threats grows. From health clinic portals to online tuition payments and classroom platforms for minors, schools and universities handle sensitive data governed by laws such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and COPPA.