The popular learning platform Canvas is back online after a data breach. However, education officials are urging caution before users log back in. A ransomware group has taken responsibility for the attack and claims to have stolen sensitive information. The platform is used by approximately half of all higher education institutions in North America. Many schools rely on Canvas for assignments, tests, and student records.
Final exam season is approaching, and the disruption has created significant challenges for both students and teachers. Some universities have been forced to find alternative testing methods on short notice. IT departments are working to assess the full scope of the breach and implement additional security measures. Students have been advised to monitor their accounts for any unusual activity.
Sources: npr.org
The words in bold are from the article.
| 1. platform | a. schools |
| 2. breach | b. system |
| 3. urging | c. attack |
| 4. responsibility | d. problem |
| 5. sensitive | e. evaluate |
| 6. institutions | f. different |
| 7. disruption | g. credit |
| 8. alternative | h. watch |
| 9. assess | i. encouraging |
| 10. monitor | j. private |
1.b 2.c 3.i 4.g 5.j 6.a 7.d 8.f 9.e 10.h