Ransomware Attacks on K-12 Trend Down, Higher Ed Trend Up in 2026

Comparitech's 2026 report shows ransomware attacks on K-12 schools worldwide declined 26% while attacks on higher education institutions increased over 8%. The US experienced a 44% drop in school attacks but still led globally, with data exposures disrupting operations and regulatory actions tightening on ed-tech providers.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Edtech.