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Cyber attack disrupts universities and schools via Canvas

A hacking group breached the Canvas academic software used by thousands of schools and universities.
WHO: A hacking group
WHAT: Breach of Canvas academic software used by schools and universities
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 12:04 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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