Higher education institutions face rising cyber risks, including ransomware attacks with demands exceeding $2.2 million per incident. To strengthen cybersecurity, institutions should apply proper hygiene and controls, such as MFA, patching, and training; adopt Zero Trust to limit access and prevent lateral movement; use Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ) to assess financial exposure and guide investment decisions; and partner with cyber insurers for risk assessment and incident response. With 65% of institutions lacking a cyber resilience plan, proactive measures are critical to mitigating threats and ensuring long-term security.

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