ENDPOINT PROTECTIONEducational institutions are soft targets-they possess a wealth of data, often guarded by an unsuspecting crowd and weaker defenses due to limited IT resources. We're talking Social Security numbers, addresses, medical records, and even groundbreaking research. There are more profitable targets for cybercriminals than in the education industry, but cybercriminals see these institutions as a goldmine for a different reason: easy access. Unlike a heavily guarded vault, a school's network might be more like an unlocked door-a much easier target for a quick and profitable attack. This ease of access, combined with the valuable data these institutions hold, makes them a prime target.
With readily available hacking tools and a thriving black market for stolen PII that can be used to open bank accounts or take out loans, cybercriminals are constantly plaguing educational institutions with creative and unconventional attacks.Forget breaking windows; they're going for the wide-open doors.
Cyberthreats are a constantly evolving battlefield, with both external attackers and unintentional student mistakes posing risks. You need a defense that adapts. Consider this: A compromised laptop's camera isn't just a privacy concern; it could be the key that unlocks your entire IT network.
The biggest challenge and the bad news? All it takes is one unprotected endpoint or a single misconfigured account to create a domino effect. From this point, malicious actors can easily move laterally and seek out high-value data or assets. Unfortunately, without adequate staffing or modern tools to detect these weaknesses, it's difficult to identify these initial entry points or misconfigurations. As a result, many schools may not even realize they've been breached until it's too late.
Deceptive emails are deployed to trick staff or students into revealing sensitive information, like login credentials.
Malicious software can infiltrate devices via phishing attempts or USB devices and disrupt operations or even hold data hostage.
Attackers look out for unknown vulnerabilities in software to exploit them before a patch can be applied.
Schools are targeted with the intent to steal intellectual property, research data, or student records.
Attackers gain unauthorized access by systematically trying all possible passwords until the correct one is found.
Attackers leverage AI to enhance precision, speed and relevance in breaching security defenses.
Scammers may trick staff or students into revealing sensitive information through fake websites or phishing emails, or by pretending to be someone from school.
Deceptive emails are deployed to trick staff or students into revealing sensitive information, like login credentials.
Malicious software can infiltrate devices via phishing attempts or USB devices and disrupt operations or even hold data hostage.
Attackers look out for unknown vulnerabilities in software to exploit them before a patch can be applied.
Reducing your attack surface starts with a clear understanding of your network. Schools, like every other organization, can’t protect what they can’t see. Get visibility into the assets in the network, the known vulnerabilities those assets have, and the measurable risk each one carries.
Gain complete control over all your physical and digital devices, both on and off campus.
Identify applications installed in the network, their usage frequency, their permissions, and the child processes and resources they consume.
Get real-time visibility into vulnerabilities along with their severity and associated risks.
Identify users logging in, their login patterns, and their locations.
Once you can see your network inside-out, you can confidently proceed to secure it—both contextually and consistently.
True security comes from a layered defense, where each element works together to create an impenetrable fortress. No single layer is perfect, but when combined, they create a powerful defense. For example, web filtering may prevent an initial infection attempt. If malware slips through, threat detection can then identify and neutralize the threat before it can steal data. Even if the threat goes under the radar, data protection measures will make it impossible to steal data.
Endpoint Central provides this comprehensive, layered security approach, giving you the peace of mind that your network is protected from all angles.
These cybersecurity measures provide peace of mind for parents; a secure learning environment for students; and a controlled, organized IT environment for IT teams.
It doesn't wait for an attack to happen. It continuously anticipates and mitigates potential threats.
It goes beyond addressing common threats by offering protection from a wide range of them.
It evolves alongside your growing network size, student turnover and complexity.