Assessment of the impacts of cyber security on student information management systems

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.