# Digital security and AI risks in education

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/digital-security-and-ai-risks-in-education
> Updated: 2026-10-11T23:12:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Educational institutions are facing increasing digital threats involving data privacy, cyberattacks, and artificial intelligence.

In Barbados, education officials and cybersecurity experts have warned that the adoption of digital systems and AI increases risks to sensitive student information, such as academic records and attendance. Experts noted that vulnerabilities in third-party EdTech services and generative AI could enable criminals to use stolen personal details for scams, including voice cloning to impersonate students.

Globally, the sector is seeing a surge in cyberattacks, with reports indicating a significant year-on-year increase in weekly attacks per organization. Alongside these security threats, schools are also managing evolving patterns of bullying. While traditional verbal and social abuse persist, there is a notable rise in AI-facilitated cyberbullying and subtle forms of online harassment within social media groups.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Educational institutions face rising cyberattacks and AI-driven bullying

Schools face increasing pressure from both a surge in weekly cyberattacks and the rise of AI-driven cyberbullying and social exclusion among students.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/educational-institutions-face-rising-cyberattacks-and-ai-driven-bullying

### 2026-10-08: Education officials warn of rising student data risks from AI and digital platforms

Experts and education officials warn that the rise of AI and digital EdTech platforms increases the risk of student data breaches and sophisticated identity scams.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/education-officials-warn-of-rising-student-data-risks-from-ai-and-digital-platforms

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