Ransomware

Our team of cybersecurity experts are here to help you mitigate against this growing concern in schools.

Take steps to mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks

Ransomware attacks have a damaging impact on schools, with a significant amount of recovery time and resources required to reinstate systems. Since 2020, the DfE announced the education sector has become a notable target for cybercriminals after an unprecedented increase in ransomware attacks on schools.

Increase your resilience against ransomware attacks and implement an effective defence with Secure Schools.

How schools and trusts can mitigate the risk of ransomware

Identify gaps in your cybersecurity to reduce the risk of an attack
Implement a cyber incident response plan, in the event of an attack
Ensure you meet the DfE’s guidance on ransomware recovery for schools
Ensure your academy meets the ESFA's policy on ransomware attacks

How Secure Schools helps schools build defences against ransomware

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Cyber security awareness training

Support staff to understand their role in cyber security

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Perform phishing simulations

Train staff to spot phishing emails

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Build your school’s cyber policy and strategy

Generate policies in minutes, including a cyber incident management plan

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Achieve certification to Cyber Essentials

Demonstrate your school or trust has applied the basic technical controls

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