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Students as Insider Threats in the Education Sector

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Students pose a significant insider threat to K-12 institutions, often exploiting their technological proficiency to access and alter school records. This activity, while sometimes benign, diverts IT resources and poses risks to the education sector's cybersecurity. Additionally, ransomware gangs frequently target schools, exacerbating the challenges faced by underfunded and understaffed IT departments. The primary concerns include unauthorized access to grades and records, circumvention of network controls, and potential exposure to harmful content or regulatory breaches. Schools must balance protecting students from external threats and managing internal risks posed by tech-savvy students. The high turnover of student accounts and the potential for ransomware exploitation add to the security burden. Schools are advised to implement robust technical controls and monitor network traffic to mitigate these risks.

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  1. 10.09.2025 21:17 📰 1 articles · ⏱ 6d ago

    Students Exploit Technological Skills to Pose Insider Threats in Schools

    Students in K-12 institutions exploit their technological proficiency to access and alter school records, posing a significant insider threat. This activity, while sometimes benign, diverts IT resources and poses risks to the education sector's cybersecurity. Schools must balance protecting students from external threats and managing internal risks posed by tech-savvy students. The high turnover of student accounts and the potential for ransomware exploitation add to the security burden. Schools are advised to implement robust technical controls and monitor network traffic to mitigate these risks.

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  • Students exploit their technological skills to access and alter school records, posing an insider threat.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • Ransomware gangs like Vice Society and Fog frequently target the education sector, causing prolonged disruptions and data breaches.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • Schools often lack dedicated security teams and are underfunded, making it difficult to manage both internal and external threats.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • Students often bypass network controls to access restricted content, diverting IT resources and potentially exposing the school to regulatory breaches.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • High account turnover and unsecured student accounts present opportunities for ransomware exploitation.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • AI advancements may enable students to find more ways to circumvent security controls.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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  • Criminal forums and ransomware-as-a-service models make it easier for students to join cybercriminal groups.

    First reported: 10.09.2025 21:17
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