Safeguarding Schools: Cybersecurity Essentials for K-12 Education

Sep 3, 2024

In a compelling discussion, Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), delves into the pressing issue of cybersecurity in K-12 schools. He highlights the alarming rise of ransomware attacks and shares best practices for safeguarding educational data. Keith emphasizes the necessity of multi-factor authentication and proactive training for staff and students. He also explores how emerging technologies impact security strategies, the vital role of funding for cybersecurity initiatives, and the importance of collaboration between school administrators and IT teams.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Cybersecurity Challenges in K-12 Education

01:30 • 10min

Navigating Ransomware Challenges in Education

11:05 • 2min

Cybersecurity Challenges in K-12 Education

12:42 • 18min

Strengthening K-12 Cybersecurity Funding

31:10 • 13min

Assessing Cybersecurity Awareness in Education

44:09 • 2min

The Importance of Cybersecurity Training for Educational Leaders

46:07 • 3min

Enhancing Cybersecurity in K-12 Education

48:53 • 5min

In this episode of School Business Insider, we tackle the critical issue of cybersecurity in K-12 schools with special guest Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). As schools increasingly become targets for cyberattacks, particularly ransomware, Keith shares invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and the best practices that school districts can implement to protect their data and systems. From understanding the importance of multi-factor authentication to addressing vulnerabilities in school networks, Keith discusses practical strategies for building a robust cybersecurity culture within schools. The conversation also explores the impact of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence on cybersecurity and offers guidance on how school business officials can collaborate with their IT teams to mitigate risks. Whether you're a school administrator or an IT professional, this episode provides essential information to help safeguard your school community from cyber threats.

Resources:

CoSN’s K-12 Cybersecurity Framework
CoSN’s Cybersecurity Staffing Report
CoSN’s Tabletop Exercises
MS-ISAC (Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center)
Homeland Security’s Free Resources for K-12
Annual State Legislative Cybersecurity Trends Report

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