Japanese schools urged to tighten data security measures
( June 25, 2026, 02:15 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Japan's Personal Information Protection Commission urged school operators and teachers on Thursday to strengthen data protection and security measures following a series of data breaches as schools increasingly rely on digital devices. The regulator warned that schools handle sensitive personal information, including children's health data, and that leaks could undermine children's rights and interests. A PPC survey found that most incidents stemmed from human error, including lost paper records and storage devices, and misdirected emails.The commission called on school operators to implement systematic data protection measures rather than relying solely on individual teachers' vigilance.The statement is attached (in Japanese). ...
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