The MP of Achaia Sia Anagnostopoulou, Nasos Iliopoulos, Dimitris Tzanakopoulos and Meropi Tzoufi submitted a parliamentary question to the Ministers of Education and Religion, Citizen Protection and Digital Governance on the subject: “Necessary information for students and taking measures to protect them from the cyber attack in Hellenic Open University”.
As Mrs. Anagnostopoulou notes: “The students and teaching staff of the EAP have been unable to connect to the educational platform of the university for several days, as a result they could not participate in online meetings or download important files that were necessary for their academics liabilities.
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With a letter to the members of the EAP Management Council and the Rector, signed by over 100 students, they request full information on the restoration of the educational platform as well as the protection of their personal data as well as the extension of the semester. In the letter it is pointed out that for more than 10 days there was no access to basic educational services, which is unthinkable and while high fees are paid by the students. They emphasize that the university should have an alternative plan for the protection of their data and request, among other things, regular and transparent information on the actions carried out to restore the systems.
Because the orderly operation of the institution is imperative for the continuation of education, the MPs of the New Left ask the competent Ministers to answer, among other things, whether all the necessary initiatives have been taken to manage this crisis and to support the students who are affected in their academic course, by the obstacles and delays it entails”.
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**Interview with Sia Anagnostopoulou, MP of Achaia**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Mrs. Anagnostopoulou. You’ve recently raised a parliamentary question regarding the cyber attack on the Hellenic Open University. Can you elaborate on the concerns raised by students and faculty regarding their access to the educational platform?
**Sia Anagnostopoulou:** Certainly. The situation has been quite troubling. Students and teaching staff have been unable to access the university’s online platform for over ten days now. This lack of access has severely hindered their ability to participate in online classes and download essential academic materials, which is unacceptable, especially given the significant fees they pay.
**Interviewer:** Over 100 students have signed a letter asking for transparency regarding their personal data protection and the restoration timeline of the platform. Do you think the university management has a sufficient contingency plan for such cyber threats?
**Sia Anagnostopoulou:** It’s clear that the current response has been inadequate. A robust contingency plan is essential in today’s digital age. Students deserve assurance that their personal information is safe and that educational disruptions will be minimal in such crises.
**Interviewer:** The MPs have called for answers from the Ministers involved. In your opinion, what steps should the government take to ensure that similar incidents are managed effectively in the future?
**Sia Anagnostopoulou:** The government must ensure that educational institutions have the necessary resources and protocols in place for cyber security. This includes regular audits, staff training, and having an emergency response plan to quickly address any cyber incidents.
**Interviewer:** This situation raises a critical question: how much responsibility do educational institutions hold for the security of students’ personal data? Should students be concerned about their information being compromised?
**Sia Anagnostopoulou:** Absolutely, this is a fundamental issue. Educational institutions should hold a significant amount of responsibility for protecting student information. The students should feel secure that their data is protected, and it’s imperative that universities communicate transparently about the measures they are taking.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Mrs. Anagnostopoulou. As readers absorb this situation, what are your thoughts on the accountability of educational institutions in the digital age? Should there be stricter regulations and oversight to protect students against such cyber threats?
