IT Departments / Higher Education

Smarter Cybersecurity for Colleges, Universities, and Research Institutions

CyberFOX helps colleges and universities lock down credentials, control admin access, and safeguard systems. Without slowing down instruction or research.

Cyber Threats in Higher Ed are on the Rise

Higher education networks are open, decentralized, and full of valuable student and research data. Which makes them high-value targets for phishing and ransomware attacks.

66%

Percent of higher education organizations hit by ransomware

So Much Access. So Much Risk.

It’s tempting to give labs and teams admin rights access for software updates. It seems like less work. But it’s actually more risk.
State of Ransomware in Education

$4.88 million

Global average cost of a data breach

Fragmented Control Across Departments

When each department manages its own devices, tools, and permissions, that reduces your control. And your school’s security.
IBM Report

30%

Percent of edu users who have fallen for phishing scams - TWICE the rate of other users

Research and Sensitive Data at Stake

Universities oversee valuable research, funding, and student data. One breach could hurt your reputation and funding.
Cybersecurity in Higher Education

Practical and Powerful Cybersecurity Solutions for Higher Ed

Each day, students, parents, and teachers are at risk of personal data breaches and disruptions to the education process. With CyberFOX, educational institutions can maintain trust with their communities while safeguarding the continuity of their learning environments.

AutoElevate

AutoElevate helps enforce least privilege across your campus, so researchers, faculty, and students stay productive. Without the risk.  

AutoElevate Benefits for Higher Ed:
  • Provide just-in-time access for necessary software
  • Revoke standing admin rights to reduce exposure
  • Approve or deny privilege requests from anywhere
  • Apply consistent rules across departments
  • Log privileged activity for audit and compliance
  • Protect Windows and macOS environments

DNS Filtering

CyberFOX DNS Filtering protects your campus network and ensures a secure, distraction-free learning environment while maintaining efficiency.

How DNS Filtering Works for Higher Ed:
  • Blocks access to malicious websites, preventing cyber threats from reaching students, faculty, and staff.
  • Filters out distracting or inappropriate content, creating a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Helps institutions meet regulatory and policy requirements for internet safety and acceptable use.
     
     

Password Manager

Password Boss helps you protect staff, faculty, and student credentials. So you can give every user a secure way to access what they need.

Password Manager for Higher Ed:
  • Reduce shared logins across campus IT systems
  • Simplify sign-ins with auto-logins across devices and location
  • Role-based access for credential control
  • Automatically wipe passwords from lost or stolen devices
  • Protect credentials with 2048-bit RSA encryption and MFA
 

Keep Your Campus Secure and Running Smoothly

CyberFOX helps higher education IT teams secure their environments. Without slowing down instruction, research, or innovation.
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Why Higher Education Trusts CyberFOX?

Industry Expertise

Our fast and friendly support team is here for questions, troubleshooting, and more.

Easy Integration

CyberFOX solutions fit seamlessly into your existing tools, devices, and network architecture.

 

Simple Management

Deploy, monitor, and manage admin rights easily across every department and location.

Data Protection Confidence

Limit exposure of research, grant, and personal data with tighter access control.

Access Management Controls

Manage credentials and privileged access from one place for consistent policy enforcement.

Reliable Support

Work with a responsive team that understands higher education environments.

Trusted by Top Colleges and Universities

FAQ

Why does privileged access management matter in higher education?

When faculty, staff, or students have unchecked admin rights, vulnerabilities multiply. Just-in-time access reduces risk while preserving productivity.

Does CyberFOX work on Macs and PCs?

Yes. CyberFOX solutions support both macOS and Windows, so every device can be secured.

Can CyberFOX handle multiple departments or campuses?

Yes. It offers centralized control even when each department maintains its own tools and software stacks.

In-Depth Cybersecurity Insights

What are passkeys and how do they work with password managers?

What are passkeys and how do they work with password managers?

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How a small higher-ed IT team secured 40 departments by removing admin rights

How a small higher-ed IT team secured 40 departments by removing admin rights

Read CyberFOX's case study to see how The University of Tennessee uses CyberFOX AutoElevate to secure 40 departments.

How CyberFOX helped Attitude IT simplify access management for manufacturers and internal IT teams

How CyberFOX helped Attitude IT simplify access management for manufacturers and internal IT teams

Read CyberFOX's case study to see how Attitude IT uses CyberFOX AutoElevate to simplify admin rights for co-managed manufacturing clients.

How an MSP Protected a Major Medical Practice with CyberFOX AutoElevate

How an MSP Protected a Major Medical Practice with CyberFOX AutoElevate

Read CyberFOX's case study to see how CyberFOX AutoElevate helped an MSP prevent a healthcare client from a ransomware attack.

Toyota of Santa Maria Streamlines IT Operations with CyberFOX AutoElevate

Toyota of Santa Maria Streamlines IT Operations with CyberFOX AutoElevate

Read CyberFOX's case study with Toyota of Santa Maria to learn how CyberFOX AutoElevate streamlined IT operations across 500 employees.