security Archives

Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads

May 7, 2025 by Apu Pavithran, Hexnode

Safeguarding student data and securing the digital future of education is a joint venture to keep Android apps safe for schools.

In May 2024, Microsoft identified a critical vulnerability pattern targeting Android applications, ominously called “Dirty Stream.” This vulnerability allows malicious apps to overwrite files, potentially leading to arbitrary…

CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks

April 9, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Kevin Kiley, President of Airia, who was at the show introducing Brainfreeze, an AI Platform for Education, thinks we’re at ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

March 4, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland ... Read more

INE Reveals Top 5 Networking Trends Shaping 2025

January 3, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Cary, NC (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Network Security has become the critical backbone of organizational resilience. Entering 2025, INE Security, a ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

November 18, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD) recently updated its security with a new hi-tech addition: Weapons Detection Systems from Athena ... Read more

Student Data Security

Protecting our students: The urgency of securing education data

November 6, 2024 by Vichai Levy, Protegrity

Protecting all student data is important, but safeguarding the personal information of young students is especially critical.

When considering industries such as finance or healthcare, the potential for sensitive data to fall into the wrong hands is a common concern. These sectors are prime targets…

Educause Sneak Peak

October 1, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Click below to listen to the full conversation: eCampus: We’re just a few weeks away from EDUCAUSE 2024 in San ... Read more

District Management

Why do parents oppose cell phone bans? They want to reach their kids if ‘the worst happens’

October 1, 2024 by Wellington Soares, Chalkbeat

As more districts put cell phone bans in place due to concerns about distractions and children’s mental health, not all parents are on board.

Jenn Silverstein’s two children have lived through an active shooter situation at their school. Both attended East High School in Denver last year, when a student shot two administrators at…

Fact Sheet: Use E-Rate funding for managed solutions to drive student success

September 25, 2024 by Jeff Festa

As K-12 schools look to integrate cloud-based solutions, network complexity is also growing. Lean IT teams struggle to navigate ... Read more

Why Should You Deploy Wi-Fi 7 APs in Your Schools

February 12, 2025August 20, 2024 by Jeff Festa

There are many benefits to deploying Wi-Fi 7 today, including faster connectivity, improved security, and the ability to support high-density ... Read more

Newsline

Metrasens Entrusted by Public Schools Nationwide as Strategic Partner in Extracurricular Event Safety

July 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Ill. /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Metrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, today announced its ongoing ... Read more

IT Innovations

The surprising/unsurprising things education IT leaders have to say

July 8, 2024 by Al Kingsley, NetSupport

Many education IT leaders want more time to learn and implement the technologies they were already using or trying to use.

Sometimes, when you ask a question, you get an answer that’s surprising and completely expected at the same time. That’s what happened when we surveyed education technology leaders, and…

Newsline

Fort Worth Independent School District Selects Metrasens as Weapons Detection Solution for Graduations and Extracurricular Events

June 25, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Illinois, (PRNewswire-PRWeb) – Metrasens, a recognized leader in advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, today announced its ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

Critical steps to help school districts combat ransomware attacks

April 30, 2024 by Gary Barlet, Illumio

It’s crucial that school districts have robust, modern cybersecurity strategies in place to protect valuable information against ransomware.

School districts are one of the most vulnerable industries for a ransomware attack, particularly from foreign adversaries, according to Ann Neuberger, deputy national security adviser for cyber and…

Newsline

CIESC Member Schools Gain Access to Metrasens Ultra Weapons Detection Systems Through New Partnership

April 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Illinois (PRNewswire-PRWeb) — Metrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, is pleased to announce ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Reflecting on the Parkland tragedy, its lasting impacts, and work still to be done

March 14, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Written by Jen Easterly, Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Last month marks six years since 17 students and faculty ... Read more

Diagnosing Wi-Fi Performance Issues with a Modern Wireless Assessment

April 17, 2024February 2, 2024 by Jeff Festa

A comprehensive wireless network assessment helped this historic Maryland college identify the causes of pervasive wi-fi performance issues. Reporting and ... Read more

Building & Campus Security

A model to reduce school shootings

January 29, 2024 by Patrick V. Fiel Sr., National Security Expert & Rick Shaw, National Pre-Incident Prevention Expert

Two experts are collaborating on new ways school campuses can develop a comprehensive security plan to reduce school shootings.

For three consecutive years, the U.S has had a record high number of school shootings, resulting in a repetitive cycle of grievances, anger, and frustration.

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Metrasens’ Advanced Detection Technology Chosen by Moore Public Schools for Enhanced Safety at Extracurricular Events

January 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Illiois and MOORE, Oklahoma (PRNewswire-PRWeb) — Metrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, ... Read more

Emergency Planning & Response

5 critical ingredients in a school safety plan

January 2, 2024 by Joshua Douglas, SVP Product & Engineering, Xtract One Technologies

Understandably, student and school safety is a top priority for school leaders as they seek to ensure reassuring learning environments.

Teacher training programs often introduce aspiring educators to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, an eight-decade-old principle that reminds teachers that learning is significantly more difficult when other needs are…

Securing the network edge

February 4, 2025October 23, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Zero trust acknowledges there is no longer a traditional network perimeter to be defended because applications now exist in ... Read more

A roadmap for implementing Zero Trust in K-12

February 4, 2025October 23, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Implementing zero trust is a journey, but the journey isn’t necessarily linear. “It involves moving from an old security ... Read more

E-rate Funding

Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding?

December 12, 2023September 29, 2023 by Brian Stephens, Director of Stakeholder Engagement, Funds For Learning

School IT leaders have voiced to the FCC the gap between what E-rate covers and the top challenges districts face--including cybersecurity.

Since 2016, more than 1,300 schools have been victims of cyberattacks, including student data breaches, ransomware attacks, email scams, and other incidents, according to a CISA report.

K-12 Cybersecurity

As invisible threats to education loom, cybersecurity is paramount

December 11, 2023September 6, 2023 by Pat Hurley, Vice President and General Manager of Sales, Americas, Acronis

The complexities that come with protecting education from cybersecurity threats are vast, and implementing policies comes with challenges.

Shoring up cybersecurity practices in the education industry is quite the feat. User authorization is extremely challenging, as IT professionals must navigate through different levels of access for…

K-12 Cybersecurity

If zero trust is good enough for the government, it’s good enough for your school

December 11, 2023August 9, 2023 by Apu Pavithran, CEO & Founder, Hexnode

A paradigm shift from traditional perimeter-based security to zero trust--a more robust and dynamic approach--is increasingly necessary.

Educators and administrators are holding their breath at the dawn of another academic year. They are well aware that schools are increasingly targeted by hackers with 1 in…

AI in Education

Why AI’s flaws won’t slow its adoption

December 12, 2023July 28, 2023 by Eric Dahlberg, CEO, eSpark Learning

Artificial intelligence is here, and it’s coming to classrooms everywhere sooner than you might think--here's why AI's flaws aren't fatal.

As the ‘23-’24 school year comes into focus, there is now little doubt we are on the brink of a major technological revolution that will affect our schools,…

Online & Hybrid Learning

District virtual schools need to innovate beyond flexibility and security

January 4, 2024July 12, 2023 by Thomas Arnett, Senior Research Fellow, Clayton Christensen Institute

District virtual schools are dynamic alternatives to conventional schooling, ripe for transformation to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Imagine a classroom where learning transcends physical boundaries, and where every student’s need is met with individualized attention. This isn’t a distant dream, but an emergent reality born…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Key tips to help educators thwart cyberattacks

July 10, 2023 by Mary Mehsikomer, Outreach Facilitator, Sourcewell

An education network and technology integrationist offers industry tips to reduce the risk of costly cyberattacks within districts.

It’s not a topic we’re unfamiliar with: Criminal hackers are increasing their activity and they’re targeting K–12 schools, threatening districts with damaging financial and learning-downtime costs. The K12…

Edtech Trends

Top edtech at ISTELive 23

July 8, 2023July 7, 2023 by Laura Ascione

There was a lot to see at ISTELive 23--here are some of the best edtech tools, resources, products, and services.

With more than 18,000 attendees, this year's ISTELive 23 in Philadelphia had a little something for everyone, from AI and esports to security solutions and engaging visual displays.

K-12 Cybersecurity

Preparing for ransomware attacks begins with education

June 13, 2023 by Robert Elworthy, Senior Sales Engineer, Malwarebytes

There are several tools administrators can use to counter the threats of ransomware attacks and their potential to interfere with operations.

The biggest threat to K-12 schools’ cybersecurity is, ironically, education. It’s an expensive deficit. But there are funds and tools to help.

K-12 Cybersecurity

IBM grants $5 million for cybersecurity, enhanced skilling on AI

June 9, 2023 by Laura Ascione

The global skills gap across cybersecurity and AI is a growing challenge that demands immediate attention within schools

In response to the growing threat of ransomware attacks against schools around the world, IBM will provide in-kind grants valued at $5 million to help address cybersecurity resiliency…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Safeguarding K-12 school networks with proactive cybersecurity approaches

December 12, 2023June 6, 2023 by Joseph Tibbetts, Senior Director for Tech Alliances and API, Mimecast

K-12 schools must have a firm understanding of their threat environment to align spending with their greatest cybersecurity needs.

Now more than ever, safeguarding students and staff from targeted cyberattacks is critical to the health of our U.S. education system. Local K-12 schools are a top target…

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Breezeline Promotes Online Safety Awareness

May 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

QUINCY, Mass. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Breezeline, the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, has partnered with CyberSecurity NonProfit (CSNP) to create a series ... Read more

IT Innovations

How to make secure K-12 digital transformation a reality

May 23, 2023 by Bob Turner, CISO for Education, Fortinet

IT staff are crucial to safeguarding a school's assets, but all employees can and should be accountable for cybersecurity.

The pandemic was a massive shift for school districts across the country, and even as we move out of it, we’re still feeling the impact. On the technical…

Apple Device Management in Education for Beginners

July 19, 2023May 11, 2023 by Jeff Festa

While some are very familiar with Apple already, many of you are diving into Apple device management for the first ... Read more

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Student mental health tops list of school safety concerns

April 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Early intervention is key to supporting students, yet few educators have the tools, support necessary to address school safety concerns.

Educators participating in a recent survey overwhelmingly believe that the Covid pandemic has increased student mental health needs--and in many instances, mental health issues are the biggest obstacle…

Newsline

Nureva achieves ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its Information Security Management System

April 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Calgary, Alberta — Nureva Inc., an innovator in advanced audio conferencing solutions, announces that its Information Security Management System (ISMS) ... Read more

Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads

CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

INE Reveals Top 5 Networking Trends Shaping 2025

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

Educause Sneak Peak

Why do parents oppose cell phone bans? They want to reach their kids if ‘the worst happens’

Metrasens Entrusted by Public Schools Nationwide as Strategic Partner in Extracurricular Event Safety

The surprising/unsurprising things education IT leaders have to say

Fort Worth Independent School District Selects Metrasens as Weapons Detection Solution for Graduations and Extracurricular Events

Critical steps to help school districts combat ransomware attacks

CIESC Member Schools Gain Access to Metrasens Ultra Weapons Detection Systems Through New Partnership

Reflecting on the Parkland tragedy, its lasting impacts, and work still to be done

A model to reduce school shootings

Metrasens’ Advanced Detection Technology Chosen by Moore Public Schools for Enhanced Safety at Extracurricular Events

5 critical ingredients in a school safety plan

Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding?

As invisible threats to education loom, cybersecurity is paramount

If zero trust is good enough for the government, it’s good enough for your school

Why AI’s flaws won’t slow its adoption

District virtual schools need to innovate beyond flexibility and security

Key tips to help educators thwart cyberattacks

Top edtech at ISTELive 23

Preparing for ransomware attacks begins with education

IBM grants $5 million for cybersecurity, enhanced skilling on AI

Safeguarding K-12 school networks with proactive cybersecurity approaches

How to make secure K-12 digital transformation a reality

Student mental health tops list of school safety concerns

Nureva achieves ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its Information Security Management System

With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts

Fighting chronic absenteeism with data-driven insights–and a little fun, too

Ohio District Awarded CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for Student Data Privacy Practices

Otus Launches AI Advisory Board to Bring Voices of K-12 Leaders to the Forefront of Innovation

Kenneth C. Griffin Donates $2 Million to Nonprofit Achieve Miami’s Teacher Accelerator Program to Strengthen South Florida’s Teacher Pipeline

Ignite Reading Partners with UF Lastinger Center’s Florida Tutoring Advantage

Optoma Announces Launch of the New 3-Series Interactive Displays with Google Certification and AI-Enabled Tools

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