Highline College impacted as ransomware attack disrupts Canvas across U.S.

Highline College, which serves Burien students, was impacted by a nationwide ransomware attack on Canvas, the online learning platform used by many colleges. On Thursday, May 7, the cyberattack disrupted classes and communications, leaving students and faculty unable to access coursework and course materials. The attack affected Canvas users across the U.S., creating significant disruptions for local learners who depend on the platform.