Instructure pays ransom to canvas hackers

Instructure, the company behind the Canvas learning management system, paid a ransom to hackers who breached their system [Inside Higher Ed]. The breach resulted in Instructure paying an undisclosed amount to restore access to their data [Inside Higher Ed]. This incident is the latest in a series of high-profile ransomware attacks on educational institutions.

The frequency of ransomware attacks on educational institutions is increasing, with several high-profile incidents reported in recent years [Inside Higher Ed]. The impact of these attacks can be severe, affecting millions of students and educators who rely on platforms like Canvas for their daily activities. Implementing robust security measures, such as regular backups, encryption, and multi-factor authentication, is critical to preventing and mitigating the effects of ransomware attacks [Inside Higher Ed].