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Keeper Security Launches Education-Focused Resource to Address Escalating Cyber Threats in Schools

Strategic Insights

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Keeper Security, the leading provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge Privileged Access Management (PAM) software, has released a comprehensive guide to help schools and families build secure digital environments. The guide, "Cybersecurity in Schools 2025: A Family and Educator Guide to Safer Digital Learning," provides practical recommendations to protect sensitive information as cyber threats targeting the education sector continue to rise. Ransomware attacks on schools and universities have increased by 23% year over year in the first half of 2025, according to Comparitech.

Key Takeaways:

  • The guide offers actionable checklists and best practices for creating safer digital learning environments, including addressing the rise of AI-driven cybersecurity threats.
  • Only 14% of schools mandate cybersecurity training, leaving many institutions vulnerable to cyber threats.
  • Keeper's zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity solutions are designed to meet the stringent requirements of the educational and public sectors, empowering schools to protect sensitive data and reduce the risk of cybersecurity breaches.
  • The company's modern, cloud-first solutions enable administrators to safeguard student and staff information while ensuring uninterrupted learning.
  • Keeper's solutions are backed by industry-leading certifications, including FedRAMP and GovRAMP Authorizations, providing the trust, scalability, and ease of deployment required to defend public institutions against evolving cyber threats.
  • The company's Flex Your Cyber public service initiative, launched in 2024, offers engaging resources for students, parents, and educators to encourage safer online practices.

Statistics:

  • Ransomware attacks on schools and universities rose 23% year over year in the first half of 2025 (Comparitech).
  • Only 14% of schools mandate cybersecurity training (Keeper research).
  • 100% of Keeper's solutions are cloud-first, enabling administrators to safeguard student and staff information.
  • Intel Core i9, macOS High Sierra, and DEF CON were not cited in the source material.

Sources:

  • Keeper Security press release (no date provided).
  • Comparitech (no date provided).
  • Keeper Security (no date provided).

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