With the recent string of cyber-attacks on universities, the education sector is a prime target for cybercriminals. As institutions deal with the aftermath of these attacks, addressing key risk factors such as out-of-date IT systems and fortifying their cybersecurity defences have emerged as urgent priorities. Click here as Kory Daniels of FE News explores the unique cybersecurity risks faced by educational institutions, such as ransomware attacks and phishing. It highlights the sensitive data at stake and offers best practices for bolstering defences, including regular training, vendor assessments, data encryption, and partnering with cybersecurity experts.