“Recent data from a national cybersecurity survey of school leaders reveals that one in four school organizations have seen an increase in cyberattacks targeting student accounts. Despite this rising trend, only 5% of student accounts have multi-factor authentication (MFA)—a critical security measure that can prevent account takeover.”
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August 22, 2025
The Underestimated Threat: Why Student Accounts Are Targets for Cyberattacks
In this article, Clever walks readers through the anatomy of a school cyberattack, examines real-world incidents, and offers actionable strategies to help schools defend against these growing cybersecurity threats.