Abstract:
The pervasive use of technology in education has posed a security challenge that could jeopardise
student data and educational institutions' reputations, necessitating a thorough investigation. This
study explores the impact of cybersecurity on Ruaha Catholic University's Student Information
Management System. The research mainly employed a quantitative approach, with data collected
through questionnaires administered to a diverse sample of 374 individuals, encompassing students
and staff. In addition, a qualitative method was used to acquire data on the organisation's readiness
to prevent cybersecurity threats from key informants, including system administrators and top
management personnel. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software analysed
the quantitative data using descriptive analysis. The study's results underscore the pressing need to
develop effective cybersecurity mechanisms in the education sector, specifically focusing on
enhancing the security of Ruaha Catholic University's Student Information Management System.
The study recommends formulating and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies to safeguard
student information, fortify system resilience, and bolster the institution's overall cybersecurity
posture.
