Canvas hack hit students at the worst time, and it’s a wake-up call for schools everywhere

Canvas was briefly taken offline during finals week after attackers linked to ShinyHunters exploited a flaw in Free-for-Teacher accounts.

The attack reportedly defaced login pages with ransom demands and may have exposed millions of user records, disrupting exams and class operations.

Schools relying on Canvas were forced to scramble, underscoring the risks of depending on a single digital platform.

The incident highlights the need for stronger cybersecurity, better backups, and clearer contingency plans for education systems.