Instructure, the company behind the Canvas learning management system used by thousands of schools and universities globally, has reached an agreement with hackers who stole data from its systems.

The cyberattack disrupted operations at numerous educational institutions that rely on Canvas for online learning and course management. The breach affected student and institutional data, though specific details about the scope and nature of the compromised information have not been disclosed.

Instructure confirmed it struck a deal with the cybercriminals but declined to specify what was provided in exchange for the return of the stolen data. The company characterized the resolution as an "agreement" with the hackers.

Canvas is one of the most widely used learning management systems in education, serving institutions across multiple countries. The platform handles sensitive academic records, student information, and course materials for millions of users in the education sector.

The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity challenges facing educational technology companies and the institutions that depend on their services. Educational organizations have increasingly become targets for ransomware and data theft operations in recent years.