Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) raised cybersecurity concerns about ProctorU's web-browser extension used to administer LSAT exams remotely, warning that it could give cybercriminals a fo…
LSAT (law admissions) · reported by ResearchImport
Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) raised cybersecurity concerns about ProctorU's web-browser extension used to administer LSAT exams remotely, warning that it could give cybercriminals a foothold onto test-takers' devices. Wyden formally requested ProctorU address these vulnerabilities.
Course / Exam
LSAT (Law School Admission Test)
Program
Professional/standardized testing
Outcome
ProctorU agreed to hire outside security experts to conduct an independent audit. LSAC confirmed it had not received complaints of inappropriate data access but acknowledged ProctorU's audit was necessary to reassure test-takers. LSAC committed to negotiating contracts that do not absolve vendors of cybersecurity risks.
Source
News / Journalism
Original
Imported research record