Education establishments and institutions are in the Forefront of research and knowledge advancement. Recently, this knowledge-in-mind sector had experienced a surge in cyber attacks. This hardware authentication solution is especially tailored to combat phishing and identity-centered cyberattacks.
“No man should escape our universities without knowing how little he knows”. These words, made by a 20th century world-changing visionary, are the best description for universities worldwide as beacons of human knowledge and advancement. Now, these learned and learning institutions are increasingly under threat. Namely, the education sector has become a prime target for cybercriminals. As education spheres manage everything education from cutting edge research to mundane student info and credentials- their Data records and centers are poised to be a profitable subject for Cyber crime.
According to a check point report, in 2025 alone the education sector experienced a reportedly 41 % year-by-year increase in cyberattacks. Thus, making the sector the most targeted worldwide. Since the report, these education-centred did not cease, and even garnered scholarly attention.
However, it appears that the best solution against this cyber threat is a physical one. E.D.E. is proud to present the iShield security access key. Made by identity-first hardware-based protection visionary Swissbit, this Hardware authentication solution is the most rugged, multi compatible passkey solution to date. Underlining the acute need for more robust authentication and access-control mechanisms - both digital and physical.
Truly a global phenomenon, the attacks impacted multiple institutions. From the university of Sidney (breached just last month) to Ivy Leage institutions such as University of Pennsylvania and Princeton University. The hackers apparently mainly use leverage on the human element, and target all kinds of exploitable data. Be it information about active students, alumni, staff and donors. In Israel, universities were also hacked into as recently as 2024. Not to mention the multiple attacks during 2023.
Furthermore, the iShield key solutions family combines passwordless digital authentication, physical access control with high assurance security certification and tailored for environments with strict security and operational continuity needs. As a result, it is highly compatible for the needs of education environments. In parallel, The iShield Key 2 supports all major physical access ecosystems, including MIFARE, HID, and LEGIC, enabling smooth integration into existing campus infrastructure.