How account takeover is reshaping higher-ed cyber risk
As phishing and credential misuse surge, colleges and universities are shifting toward identity-centric security to detect and contain threats operating within trusted systems.
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Rising cybersecurity threats target U.S. higher education institutions
By understanding who, where and how attackers are targeting universities and colleges, and taking a human-centric approach, officials can better safeguard their sensitive data.
Combatting cybersecurity threats with enhanced strategies and funding
Employment scams mostly targeting college students, company finds
Fake jobs to aid Ukraine could be the next scam that bad actors dangle in front of college students and recent graduates, Proofpoint says.
Hackers attempting to steal university credentials by invoking omicron variant
Malicious actors have sent phishing emails referencing the new strain of COVID-19 to "dozens" of universities, according to security firm Proofpoint.
Communication key in fighting higher education ransomware, CISOs say
Institutions are using segmented networks and multi-factor authentication to limit data breaches, but educating workers and staff is still a challenge.
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