Education sector hounded by cyberattacks in 2021

Education and research organisations were the primary targets of cyberattacks in 2021, with an average of 1,605 attacks per week, amounting to a 75% increase from 2020, according to Check Point Software Technologies. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a surge in remote work and digital education, creating further opportunities for cybercrime. The education sector has become an accessible target due to its lack of cybersecurity prioritisation.