Sophos, a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Education report. The global study of 441 IT and cybersecurity leaders shows the education sector is making measurable progress in defending against ransomware, with fewer ransom payments, dramatically reduced costs, and faster recovery rates. Yet, these gains are accompanied by mounting pressures on IT teams, who report widespread stress, burnout, and career disruptions following attacks – nearly 40% of respondents reported dealing with anxiety. Over the past ...