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Canvas Breach and State Audit Expose School Privacy Gaps
A massive cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform and a state audit of NYC public schools highlight critical gaps in student data privacy and security.
Canvas Data Breach Exposes Millions of Student Records
A massive cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform exposed millions of student records and disrupted final exams. Here is what families need to know.
Canvas Breach Exposes Student Messages: Next Steps for Families
The recent Canvas data breach exposed millions of student messages and emails. Learn how the ShinyHunters hack happened and how to protect your child's data.
Canvas Cyberattack Exposes Flaws in EdTech Data Security
A massive cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform exposes millions of student records. Here is what parents and educators need to know about the breach.
Canvas Data Breach Exposes Student Records at 9,000 Schools
A massive cyberattack on Canvas LMS has exposed student names, emails, and messages at up to 9,000 schools. Learn how to protect your family from phishing.
Canvas Data Breach Impacts Historical School Account Data
A recent cybersecurity incident at Instructure exposed historical student and parent data on the Canvas platform, highlighting severe legacy data risks.
Canvas Hackers Deface School Logins With Extortion Threats
Hackers defaced school Canvas login pages with extortion threats following a massive data breach. Learn how this impacts students and what parents can do.
Canvas Data Breach Exposes Student Info: A Guide for Parents
Instructure, the maker of the Canvas learning platform, confirmed a data breach exposing student names and IDs. Learn how parents can protect their families.
Teachers Turn to Canvas for Real-Time Learning Snapshots
New research shows math and science teachers are using Canvas for real-time learning checks. Learn how this shift impacts your child's grades and feedback.
New AI Assistant Vidya Targets STEM Grading Burnout
Vidya AI launches to help STEM professors automate grading and give students 24/7 support. Learn how this impacts feedback speed and teacher burnout.