A major cyberattack has disrupted the Canvas online education platform used by thousands of schools and universities worldwide, causing panic among students during final exam season.
The outage affected access to assignments, grades, lecture materials, and course communications as students rushed online to prepare for exams.
Massive Cyberattack Hits Canvas Platform
Security analysts say the hacking group known as “ShinyHunters” claimed responsibility for the attack.
Canvas is one of the largest online education systems in the world and is used by schools, colleges, and universities to manage coursework, exams, and academic communication.
Reports suggest the attack may have impacted nearly 9,000 educational institutions globally.
Students Panic During Finals
Social media quickly filled with complaints and panic from students unable to access study materials and assignments ahead of important exams.
Some cybersecurity experts warned the hackers may have gained access to sensitive data and private communications linked to the platform.
Officials have not yet confirmed the full extent of the breach.
Growing Concerns Over Cybersecurity
The incident is renewing concerns about the vulnerability of digital infrastructure used by schools and universities.
Experts warn that cyberattacks targeting education systems are becoming increasingly common as institutions store massive amounts of personal and academic data online.
Authorities and cybersecurity teams continue investigating the breach as millions of students remain affected.