Check Point reports that the education sector was the most targeted globally in 2024.
Check Point Software Technologies has teamed up with Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa to host a seminar focused on improving cyber security resilience in South African tertiary education institutions.
Check Point reports that in 2024, the education sector was the most targeted globally, suffering an average of 3 086 cyber attacks per organisation weekly— a 37% increase from 2023. This surpassed the government and military sectors. This seminar aims to help universities better safeguard their data and ensure a secure digital learning environment.
Aiyer says these institutions face additional risks from unsecured networks, such as public Wi-Fi, and the widespread use of personal devices that may lack proper protection. These vulnerabilities, if exploited, can severely damage an institution's reputation, jeopardise student safety, and disrupt daily operations.
Westcon-Comstor Lionel Dartnall Aveshan Aiyer
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