A major cyberattack is impacting millions of students across the United States just ahead of finals week. Hackers shut down Canvas, an online learning website that’s used by thousands of universities and schools. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down what to know about the hack and how it might have happened.

May 8, 2026 Canvas Hack Impacts Thousands of Schools Ahead of Finals A major cyberattack is impacting millions of students across the United States just ahead of finals week. Hackers shut down Canvas, an online learning website that’s used by thousands of universities and schools. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down what to know about the hack and how it might have happened. READ MORE Pope Leo XIV Marks One Year Since Historic Election as Pontiff WATCH NOW Zapp’s and Dirty Potato Chips Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns WATCH NOW Officials Race to Track Hantavirus After Outbreak on Cruise Ship WATCH NOW Saw it on TODAY 3RD HOUR OF TODAY What's a Blind Box and Why Are Big Brands Following the Trend? WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & SHEINELLE How This Foster Mom Became a Bonus Parent to Nearly 100 Kids WATCH NOW SHOP TODAY Bobbie's Bests: SPF Makeup, Dry Shampoo & More Summer Go-Tos SHOP NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2026 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 View in Browser | Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy