Fixing the K–12 Cybersecurity Problem

October 26, 2023
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CISA’s Secure by Design pledge commits manufacturers to improving K–12 cybersecurity

Key points:

  • K–12 cybersecurity is of paramount importance in digital classrooms
  • A secure by design approach can help reduce cybersecurity risks
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In early September, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced a voluntary pledge for K–12 education technology software manufacturers to commit to designing products with a greater focus on security. In the announcement, CISA mentioned that six leaders in the education software industry had already committed to the pledge: PowerSchool, ClassLink, Clever, GG4L, Instructure, and D2L.

About ClassLink

ClassLink is the identity and access management platform trusted by over 25 million students and staff in more than 3,000 school systems worldwide. ClassLink simplifies access with single sign-on, automates provisioning and rostering, and strengthens security and governance across the school system. With analytics that connect edtech usage to student outcomes, ClassLink helps education leaders manage technology with confidence and invest in what works. Learn more at classlink.com.

About ClassLink

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ClassLink is a trademark of ClassLink, Inc.