ICO Report Highlights Rising Insider Threat from Student Hackers in Schools

Updated 3mo agoFirst seen Sep 18, 20252 sources

A UK ICO report reveals that over half of insider cyberattacks in schools are perpetrated by students, often exploiting weak or stolen credentials. The report warns that such activities, often seen as harmless dares, can lead to serious legal and operational consequences. Similar trends are observed in the US, with student-driven incidents causing significant data breaches and disruptions.

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