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Secure in 2025? Leverage the latest insights.

Our 3rd annual Cybersecure Report equips decision-makers accountable for student data with the latest trends in K-12 cybersecurity synthesized from intelligence gathered from over 500 school technology leaders. Read the report to gain critical insight that can aid your security planning for 2025 and beyond.

Insights for your team

This report is your go-to guide for boosting cybersecurity in 2025. Backed by insights from 500+ education leaders and industry experts like Microsoft Education and SETDA, this report dives into how K-12 schools are approaching cybersecurity in 2025.

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Insights

In 2025, students’ digital identities emerge as prime cyber target.
Students are a primary target

1 in 4 school systems report increased cyberattacks specifically targeting student accounts. 

The impact of AI

70% of administrators believe AI is increasing cybersecurity risks. 

A common security gap

Only 5% of students have multi-factor authentication protection; compared to 90% of teachers and 95% of IT staff.

Internal vs. external threats

29% of school systems report a surge in student-to-student security incidents, expanding the threat landscape beyond external actors.

Resources

Insights & actionable recommendations for K-12 leaders.
Cybersecure 2025: Insights Report

Backed by insights from 500+ education leaders and industry experts like CoSN, Microsoft Education and SETDA, this report dives into the cybersecurity landscape for 2025.

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Cybersecure 2025: Executive Summary

A quick overview of the K-12 cybersecurity landscape in 2025, featuring expert perspectives.

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Cybersecure 2025: Action Plan

Recommendations to help progress your school system’s cybersecurity practices—whether you’re just starting or already on the fast track.

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Blueprint for Cybersecurity Awareness

Aligned with K12 SIX and NIST standards, this blueprint offers five key security recommendations to help schools protect their attack surface.

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Expert voices

“Automation, combined with threat intelligence, is the single biggest thing that can be done to improve the state of K-12 security.”

Corey Lee
Security CTO at Microsoft Education

“The growing adoption of AI in K-12 schools brings exciting opportunities for teaching and learning, but also introduces new considerations for district technology leaders.”

Julia Fallon
Executive Director, SETDA

“When I presented the statistics on daily attacks to district leaders, eyes went wide—people didn’t realize the scale of what we face every day.”

Neal Kellogg
Digital Procurement and Data Privacy at Oklahoma City Public Schools

“Keeping student identities secure is an uphill battle, especially with AI amplifying cyber threats and schools being prime targets.”

Kristin Bowling
Director of Technology Services, Enterprise Elementary School District in CA

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Who built this report?

The Cybersecure Report is the outcome of a partnership between seasoned research analysts and experts in mission-driven business strategy.
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