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Protecting education: How MDR can tip the balance in favor of schools
March 4, 2026 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM
The education sector is notoriously short on cash, but rich in assets for threat actors to target. How can managed detection and response (MDR) help learning institutions regain the initiative?
Key Takeaways
- ESET explains how managed detection and response can help the cash-strapped education sector regain the initiative against threat actors.
- Schools are rich in assets for attackers but short on dedicated security resources and budgets.
- Educational institutions should evaluate MDR services as a cost-effective way to add 24/7 threat detection.